Controller

Robert Half is recruiting an Interim Controller for a facilities services company. This consultant will provide maternity leave coverage and serve as the accounting lead, ensuring accurate financial reporting, managing the close process, maintaining internal controls, and supporting day-to-day accounting operations. This consulting opportunity will be located onsite in Pomona. CA.

Responsibilities

Lead month-end close and oversee day-to-day accounting operations. Review balance sheet reconciliations and resolve outstanding issues. Prepare monthly financial statements and management reporting packages. Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and company accounting policies. Support budgeting, forecasting, cash flow reporting, and financial analysis. Manage audit, financial review, and tax compliance activities. Oversee sales and use tax filings, reconciliations, and reporting. Evaluate and improve accounting processes, controls, and reporting workflows. Document key accounting processes, including Order-to-Cash, Procure-to-Pay, and Record-to-Report. Partner with operational and executive leadership to support business objectives. Provide guidance to accounting staff and maintain continuity during the leave period.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA preferred. 8+ years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership responsibilities. Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls. Experience managing month-end close, balance sheet reconciliations, and financial statement preparation. Background supporting audits, tax compliance, and process improvements. Experience with Epicor or similar ERP systems. Advanced Excel and strong analytical skills. Hands-on, proactive approach with the ability to quickly assess and stabilize accounting operations. This role is ideal for a hands-on consultant who can step into a leadership position, maintain continuity of accounting operations, deliver timely financial reporting, and drive process improvements during a maternity leave assignment.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA preferred.
• At least 5 years of progressive accounting experience with leadership exposure in a corporate environment.
• Strong command of U.S. GAAP, financial statement preparation, and internal control practices.
• Proven experience managing month-end close, general ledger activity, and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Background in audit coordination, tax compliance, and accounting process enhancement.
• Familiarity with Epicor or a comparable ERP platform.
• Advanced Excel skills with the ability to analyze financial data and present clear insights.
• Proactive, detail-oriented approach with the ability to quickly assess needs and stabilize accounting operations.