We are looking for an experienced Controller to support financial operations for a manufacturing environment. This long-term, contract position will oversee critical accounting activities, ensure accurate period-end reporting, and help maintain strong financial controls. The ideal candidate brings hands-on expertise in reconciliations, accruals, cost accounting, and indirect tax compliance, along with the ability to work effectively within a major ERP platform.

Responsibilities:

Lead monthly and year-end close activities, ensuring financial results are completed accurately and on schedule. Prepare and review bank reconciliations, resolving discrepancies promptly to maintain reliable cash reporting. Oversee month-end accrual entries, prepaid balances, and fixed asset accounting to support accurate financial statements. Analyze manufacturing costs and apply cost accounting practices to improve visibility into operational performance. Review period-end reports and general ledger activity to confirm completeness, accuracy, and compliance with accounting standards. Manage sales and use tax processes, including calculation, reporting, and support for related compliance requirements. Partner with internal stakeholders to strengthen accounting procedures and maintain effective financial controls. Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline. Prior experience serving in a Controller or senior-level accounting leadership capacity. Strong background in month-end close, including accruals, reconciliations, and financial statement review. Familiarity with fixed assets, prepaid accounting, and month-end reporting processes. Experience handling sales and use tax matters within a business environment. Proficiency with a major ERP system. 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 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 "Apply Now," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use and Privacy Notice .