Robert Half is currently recruiting for an experienced Controller to lead core accounting operations and provide reliable financial insight for the organization in Knoxville, Tennessee. This role will oversee reporting accuracy, close activities, cash management, and compliance obligations while helping strengthen financial processes and systems. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to turn financial data into clear business guidance.

Responsibilities:

Direct the monthly and period-end close process, ensuring journal entries are recorded accurately and deadlines are consistently met. Prepare and review financial statements, management reports, and profit-and-loss analysis to support informed decision-making. Monitor cash position, develop short- and long-range forecasts, and evaluate trends that affect liquidity and working capital. Reconcile bank accounts and balance sheet accounts on a recurring basis, resolving discrepancies promptly and thoroughly. Manage lease accounting activities and maintain compliance with applicable accounting standards and internal policies. Oversee sales and use tax filings, ensuring timely submissions and accurate reporting across jurisdictions. Support financial consolidation activities for multiple entities or business units, maintaining consistency and accuracy in reporting. Improve accounting workflows, documentation, and department standard operating procedures to increase efficiency and control. Partner on finance system enhancements and implementation efforts, including tools such as Sage Intacct and Flowcast. Use Excel and other reporting tools to analyze financial data, identify variances, and present actionable recommendations. The position will require a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance and a CPA is preferred. The position is 100% onsite and will require someone to live in the local Knoxville or surrounding areas 5+ years of progressive accounting or controllership experience in a corporate finance or accounting environment. Strong command of month-end close, journal entry preparation, and financial reporting processes. Demonstrated experience with cash flow analysis, cash management, and forecasting. Knowledge of lease accounting, account reconciliations, and profit-and-loss reporting. Experience preparing or overseeing sales and use tax returns and related compliance activities. Familiarity with financial consolidation and accounting system implementations. Proficiency with Sage Intacct, Flowcast, and advanced Microsoft Excel functions. Ability to create structured processes, maintain accurate documentation, and communicate financial information clearly. 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 .