Controller at Robert Half Controller at Robert Half in EAST LANSING, Michigan Posted in 1 day ago.

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full-time Our client is a growing, private equity-backed organization seeking a Controller to provide strong financial leadership and serve as a key business partner to the CEO, Board of Directors, and private equity firm. This is an executive-facing role for a hands-on accounting and finance leader who can combine technical accounting expertise with strong business judgment and communication skills. Key Responsibilities Lead the accounting and financial reporting functions, ensuring accurate and timely financial results. Own cash flow forecasting, budgeting, and financial planning processes. Oversee revenue recognition and ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards. Partner closely with the CEO on financial performance, forecasting, business planning, and strategic decision-making. Prepare and present financial results, forecasts, and key business metrics to the Board of Directors . Serve as a primary financial contact with the organization's private equity sponsor , providing reporting, analysis, and insight. Develop meaningful financial reporting and KPIs that improve visibility into business performance. Identify opportunities to improve processes, controls, systems, and financial performance. Ideal Candidate Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. Progressive Controller or senior finance leadership experience. Strong experience with cash flow forecasting, budgeting/forecasting, and revenue recognition . Excellent financial and analytical skills with the ability to translate financial information into business insights. Strong executive presence and communication skills, with the confidence to present to senior leadership, a Board of Directors, and PE stakeholders. Hands-on, commercially minded leader who can operate effectively in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.