Assistant Controller Job at Robert Half (Los Angeles)

Assistant Controller

Robert Half

Location:
United States , Los Angeles

Category:
Finance

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

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Job Description:

Robert Half Management Resources is recruiting for a strong Assistant Controller to support our global financial services client to provide critical support during a period of transition and integration. This role is hands-on, with particular emphasis on complex payroll accounting and compensation-related responsibilities. The ideal Assistant Controller will be experienced in leading accounting close processes and have a proven ability to navigate payroll automation within a dynamic environment.

Job Responsibility:

Manage journal entries for goodwill and intangible assets, ensuring proper documentation and reconciliation
Oversee and process accrued compensation entries, aligning them with organizational policies and standards
Support payroll operations by troubleshooting issues and stabilizing automated journal entry workflows
Lead the monthly expense scheduling process for compensation, including preparation of supporting documentation
Develop and deliver compensation projections to meet company-wide reporting requirements
Ensure the timely resolution of payroll-related cash transactions and accruals in coordination with internal and external teams
Document existing payroll and compensation workflows to facilitate knowledge sharing and effective onboarding
Address outstanding balances related to compensation payable, ensuring cleanup ahead of key deadlines
Collaborate with payroll and HR teams to manage quarterly California Voluntary Disability Insurance reporting
Identify and implement process improvements to enhance payroll accounting, journal entry automation, and compensation management efficiency

Requirements:

Proven experience in payroll accounting, journal entry management, and compensation processes within a complex or multinational organization
Track record of successfully navigating payroll automation and overseeing close cycles
Strong ability to document processes and create scalable training materials
Familiarity with acquisition integration and balancing compensation/payroll systems is highly desirable
Advanced proficiency in Excel and experience with major payroll systems such as Workday, Oracle, or similar platforms
Background in Big 4 accounting firms is strongly preferred
Expertise in month-end close, general ledger management, financial statement audits, and financial reporting
Ability to reconcile payroll and manage commission-based compensation effectively

Nice to have:

Familiarity with acquisition integration and balancing compensation/payroll systems
Background in Big 4 accounting firms

What we offer:

medical
vision
dental
life and disability insurance
company 401(k) plan

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
February 20, 2026

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