Controller

Controller Long Beach, CA Job Details Temporary | Contract $70 - $80 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Disability insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Vision insurance Qualifications 7 years Financial data reconciliation CPA Mergers and acquisitions transaction management GAAP Accounting and finance experience Due diligence Senior level Post-merger integration Accrual accounting Communication skills Full Job Description Robert Half is recruiting an interim Controller to support post‑acquisition integration for a newly acquired company in the Long Beach, CA area. This consulting role will be focuseing on the opening balance sheet review, cash-to-accrual conversion, and cleaning up key balance sheet accounts to establish a GAAP‑compliant financial foundation. This Vontroller contract opportunity will be located in Long Beach, CA with hybrid schedule 3 days onsite. Key Responsibilities Lead opening balance sheet and trial balance review post‑acquisition Perform M& A due diligence, net working capital adjustments, and acquisition accounting Convert financials from cash to accrual Reconcile and clean up balance sheet accounts (AP, AR, accruals, reserves, etc.) Work professionally with previous owners and legacy employees Provide clear executive-level reporting Qualifications 7+ years accounting experience; Controller-level background preferred Strong M& A, due diligence, and integration experience Solid GAAP knowledge and understanding of the trial balance Strong communication and executive presence CPA a plus Minimum of 7 years of detail-oriented accounting experience, with a preference for Controller-level expertise. Proven background in mergers and acquisitions, including due diligence and financial integration. Strong knowledge of accrual accounting and trial balance processes. Familiarity with GAAP and US GAAP standards. Excellent communication skills and ability to present financial data to executive leadership. Ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders, including legacy staff. Experience in balance sheet reviews and account reconciliations. Demonstrated ability to manage complex financial transitions and projects. 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. Robert Half will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. 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 and Privacy Notice .