A well-established industrial services organization is seeking an experienced Controller to lead all accounting operations and serve as a key member of the leadership team. This role is responsible for ensuring the integrity of financial reporting, maintaining strong internal controls, managing cash flow and forecasting, and supporting strategic business initiatives across the organization.
This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on accounting leader who can balance strategic thinking with operational execution while developing and mentoring a high-performing accounting team.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and oversee all accounting and finance functions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, billing, tax compliance, budgeting, fixed assets, collections, and financial reporting.
- Ensure accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting in accordance with GAAP.
- Manage the monthly and year-end close processes, including reconciliations, accruals, and balance sheet reviews.
- Monitor cash flow, forecasting, and overall financial performance, providing leadership with meaningful analysis and recommendations.
- Develop, implement, and maintain effective internal controls, accounting policies, and financial processes to support operational efficiency and mitigate risk.
- Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and long-range financial planning activities.
- Partner with operational leaders to support project accounting and business decision-making.
- Coordinate annual financial reviews and audits with external accounting partners.
- Ensure compliance with tax requirements, business licenses, and other regulatory obligations.
- Lead, mentor, and develop accounting staff while fostering a collaborative, team-oriented culture.
- Provide financial insights and strategic support to senior leadership.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in accounting.
- 10+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience, including leadership responsibilities.
- Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting requirements.
- Experience overseeing full-cycle accounting operations and managing financial close processes.
- Proven ability to manage budgets, cash flow forecasting, financial analysis, and internal controls.
- Strong leadership, communication, and team development skills.
- Experience with ERP and accounting software systems; construction, industrial services, transportation, manufacturing, or project-based accounting experience is highly preferred.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment and meet critical deadlines.
Why Consider This Opportunity?
- Highly visible leadership role reporting directly to executive leadership.
- Opportunity to influence strategic decision-making and operational performance.
- Stable, growing organization with a strong industry presence.
- Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.
- Collaborative culture with long-term career growth potential.
Controller in Richmond at Robert Half
This position is listed as full time and onsite. It was posted 3 days ago.