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Robert Half
Controller
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A Controller directs and oversees the treasury of a government, private corporation or non-profit organization, and may oversee the investment of funds. Supervises the quality of accounting and financial reporting within an organization, and directs preparation of reports that show the financial position of an organization.
$140,435 / year median in Mississippi
+5% projected growth
Job Description
Controller 3.9 3.9 out of 5 stars Hattiesburg, MS 39401 $33.25
- $38.50 an hour
- Temporary, Contract Robert Half 13,773 reviews $33.25
- $38.50 an hour
- Temporary, Contract We are looking for a Controller to join our team in Hattiesburg, Mississippi for a Contract position focused on restoring timely and accurate accounting operations.
Responsibilities:
Lead efforts to bring bank and general ledger account reconciliations up to date and resolve outstanding discrepancies. Prepare and post journal entries with appropriate supporting documentation to maintain accurate financial records. Manage the month-end close process, ensuring deadlines are met and balances are properly reviewed. Produce monthly financial reports and financial statements that reflect current operating results. Investigate historical accounting issues, identify variances, and recommend corrective actions where needed. Maintain accounting records within QuickBooks Desktop while supporting accounting activities tied to the move to QuickBooks Online. Use Microsoft Excel to analyze account activity, organize reconciliations, and track progress on outstanding items. Demonstrated experience performing bank reconciliations and account reconciliations in a high-volume accounting environment. Strong working knowledge of journal entries, month-end close, and monthly financial reporting. Ability to prepare and review accurate financial statements with close attention to detail. Hands-on experience using QuickBooks Desktop; familiarity with QuickBooks Online is also required. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for account analysis, tracking schedules, and reporting support. Proven ability to work independently, prioritize a backlog of accounting tasks, and meet deadlines in a Contract role. 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
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