Controller

Robert Half Management Resources is currently looking for an interim Controller to support a client in the Marysville, OH area. The interim Controller will guide daily accounting operations, strengthen financial controls, and deliver practical recommendations that improve reporting accuracy and operational efficiency. The ideal candidate brings a hands-on leadership style, sound judgment in multi-entity accounting environments, and the ability to partner effectively with both finance and operational teams, as well as the ability to be hands on producing journal entries, performing reconciliations, and providing financial analysis. This role is expected to last about 6 months. Role will work a hybrid schedule with 4 days in office at the client's location near Marysville, OH.

Responsibilities:

• Provide direction and day-to-day support to the accounting function while helping team members build stronger leadership and management skills.
• Review financial workflows, control structures, and accounting procedures to identify inefficiencies and introduce effective improvements.
• Deliver meaningful analysis on account activity, balances, and overall financial results to support informed business decisions.
• Collaborate with operational partners and finance personnel to resolve issues, streamline communication, and improve cross-functional execution.
• Oversee intercompany entries, account reconciliation activity, and related reporting across multiple entities.
• Lead accurate and timely month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities while maintaining compliance with internal standards.
• Recommend and implement best practices that enhance internal controls, reduce exposure to risk, and support business growth.
• Serve as a key advisor to leadership by offering actionable guidance on accounting performance, process refinement, and financial governance.
• Support accounting systems and reporting activities involving Epicor, QuickBooks, and advanced Excel-based analysis as needed.
• Proven experience serving as a Controller, Assistant Controller, or senior accounting leader within a mid-sized organization.
• Strong expertise in accounting operations, process improvement initiatives, and internal control frameworks.
• Demonstrated success leading teams, developing staff capabilities, and improving management effectiveness.
• Experience handling intercompany accounting in a multi-entity business environment.
• Solid understanding of financial risk management, reconciliations, and reporting accuracy.
• Proficiency with ERP or accounting systems such as Epicor and QuickBooks.
• Advanced Excel skills and the ability to produce clear, reliable financial reporting.
• Ability to work independently, assess current-state operations quickly, and drive improvements through execution.