Controller Robert Half - 3.9 Monroe, WA Job Details $115,000 - $155,000 a year 5 days ago Benefits Health savings account AD&D insurance Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Qualifications Financial close processing Preparation of internal financial performance reports Internal controls Accounts receivable management Team leadership Financial statement analysis External financial audit coordination Accurate transaction records management Invoice payment processing Analysis skills Managing budgets in a finance role All consultants (tax preparation) Financial records management GAAP Physical inventory counts for inventory management Compliance documentation Closing the books Variance analysis reporting Financial performance measurement Financial compliance enhancement Monthly financial performance reviews Senior level Accounting error correction Leadership Regulatory compliance accounting Communication skills Audit support Fixed asset management Local tax Senior leadership Full Job Description We are looking for a Controller to lead core accounting operations for our Hi Tech Engineering team in Monroe, Washington. This position is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, strengthening internal controls, and delivering timely reporting that supports sound business decisions. The ideal candidate brings strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, hands-on leadership across daily accounting functions, and the ability to manage close, audit, tax, and inventory-related activities with accuracy and professionalism.

Responsibilities:

Direct accounting procedures and maintain effective financial controls to support compliance and reporting accuracy. Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable activities, ensuring transactions are processed completely and on schedule. Review and prepare journal entries, payroll-related postings, invoices, and other financial records as part of the monthly close cycle. Complete account reconciliations, investigate discrepancies, and assemble supporting schedules to resolve variances. Evaluate monthly financial performance by analyzing results against expectations and identifying key revenue and expense fluctuations. Record recurring and period-end accruals, assist with monthly financial statement preparation, and support annual budget development. Prepare quarterly and annual tax filings, including property tax reporting, while maintaining organized documentation for compliance purposes. Coordinate year-end audit support, manage fixed asset reporting, assist with physical inventory activities, and review production and expense transactions for completeness and accuracy. The salary range for this position is $115,000 to $155,000 + discretionary bonus.

Benefits:

Shared cost medical, dental, and vision insurance (Cigna medical, Delta Dental, VSP vision) Health Savings Account (HSA); employer contribution of $500 (individual) / $1,000 (family) on the SmartHealth Plus HSA plan Supplemental benefits: critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance Basic Life and AD& D insurance, company-paid (2x base annual earnings up to $500,000) Voluntary Life insurance (employee, spouse, or child) Long-term Disability insurance, company-paid (60% of monthly earnings, up to $6,000/month) Employee Assistance Program (EAP) through ComPsych; available 24/7, includes 3 face-to-face sessions per issue per year 401(k) with 3.5% match 120 hours PTO 80 hours of paid holiday per calendar year Demonstrated experience in a Controller or senior accounting role within a detail-focused business environment. Strong working knowledge of U.S. GAAP, internal controls, and financial reporting practices. Hands-on experience managing month-end close, accruals, reconciliations, and variance analysis. Background overseeing accounts payable and accounts receivable processes. Ability to prepare tax filings, support external audits, and maintain detailed accounting schedules. Experience with fixed assets, inventory-related accounting, and annual physical inventory support. Effective leadership, organizational, and communication skills with a high level of accuracy and accountability. 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 "," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use and Privacy Notice .