Division Controller Position Available In Lafayette, Louisiana

Description Robert Half is partnering with a client in the greater Lafayette area that is searching for a Controller to join their team. The Controller will be responsible for the management of planning, implementing, and controlling all financial related activities. This will include direct responsibility for accounting, finance, job costing, evaluation of company ventures, and fixed asset management.

Requirements Qualifications:

+ BS in Accounting, Finance, or related field + Have a minimum of 7 years of experience in a progressively responsible financial leadership role, preferably in the manufacturing industry. + Strong interpersonal skills, ability to communicate and manage well at all levels of the company with staff at remote locations + Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to exercise sound judgment and make decisions based on accurate and timely analysis. + Strong experience working with financial and operational data and databases + High level of integrity and dependability with a strong sense of urgency and results oriented + Proficient with office productivity tools (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook). Experience with Microsoft Great Plains SL a plus

Responsibilities:

+ Take a proactive, hands-on approach with all aspects of the finance and accounting functions of the company + Provide leadership in the development for the continuous evaluation of short and long term strategic financial objectives + Primary accounting responsibilities include oversight of (GL, AR, AP, lease management, tax filings (sales tax, heavy vehicle tax, property tax, business tax), group insurance, direct interaction with our parent company, and coordination with human resources on all payroll related items as necessary. + Monthly recurring responsibilities include month-end closing (journal entries, accrual management, commissions, financial statement processing and report publication, financial analysis, Month In Review preparation and participation + Daily responsibilities include forecasting, support for accounts receivable collections (as needed), Key metrics reporting daily, weekly, as needed. + Annual responsibilities include annual company budget preparation, location facilitator for annual financial audit – external auditor interaction, annual physical inventory management + Responsible for providing timely and accurate financial reports and working collaboratively with the parent company’s Corporate Controllers and affiliate Controllers. + Manage the overall activities of the Accounting and IT + Provide financial analysis to evaluate company special projects, programs, capital expenditures, product costing, etc. to include ROI calculations as requested For confidential consideration, please contact Brittany at 504-383-0781. Thank you for your interest in Robert Half! Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity – whenever you choose – even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .