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Robert Half
Avon, OH (In Person)
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Description We are looking for a Controller to oversee accounting operations and deliver reliable financial reporting for our Ohio team. This position will guide the close cycle, strengthen reporting accuracy, and provide meaningful financial insight to leadership and private equity stakeholders. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, sound judgment, and a practical leadership style suited to a fast-paced gas distribution environment.
Responsibilities:
- Direct monthly, quarterly, and year-end accounting close activities to ensure complete, accurate, and timely reporting.
- Prepare and review core financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow reports, in alignment with applicable accounting standards.
- Oversee accounting treatment for inventory, cost of sales, and revenue activity within a gas trading and distribution business.
- Manage the external audit process by organizing supporting schedules, coordinating deliverables, and addressing auditor requests.
- Strengthen internal controls, monitor adherence to accounting policies, and support compliance with tax, regulatory, and reporting obligations.
- Produce financial information for leadership, lenders, and board-level stakeholders, including performance updates and analytical reporting.
- Partner with FP& A and operational leaders to explain variances, track key financial metrics, and align management reporting with accounting results.
- Identify and implement improvements that increase efficiency, enhance reporting quality, and promote standard practices across the accounting function.
- Lead and develop the accounting team by setting clear expectations, encouraging accountability, and supporting ongoing growth. Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline; CPA is preferred.
- At least 7 years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership responsibility.
- Background in distribution, manufacturing, industrial, or closely related operating environments is strongly preferred.
- Demonstrated understanding of U.S. GAAP and corporate financial reporting requirements.
- Experience managing annual external audits and coordinating with auditors effectively.
- Strong systems knowledge, with NetSuite experience preferred.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and the ability to work with financial reporting or consolidation tools.
- Prior experience supporting a private equity-backed business is a plus.