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United States, Durham Employment contract · Job Posted June 17, 2026
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Robert Half has partnered with a growing communication company in Durham to assist them in hiring an experienced Controller. The ideal candidate will possess 5 years experience as a Controller and a prior public accounting background. Netsuite and CPA is a plus. This position combines strategic financial leadership with day-to-day ownership of reporting, compliance, and operational accounting, with particular emphasis on getting the most from NetSuite. The Controller will work closely with senior leaders to improve financial insight, strengthen controls, and build scalable processes that support continued expansion.

Job Responsibility

  • Direct the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close cycle in NetSuite, delivering accurate results on schedule
  • Produce complete financial statements and management reporting packages, including dashboards that give leadership clear visibility into performance
  • Oversee general ledger activity, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, journal entries, and bank reconciliations to maintain reliable accounting operations
  • Act as the primary business owner for NetSuite by managing configuration, administration, reporting improvements, workflow automation, and process efficiency initiatives
  • Coordinate with technology partners and external advisors on system enhancements, integrations, and customized solutions while preserving data accuracy across financial and billing records
  • Apply technical accounting guidance for revenue recognition, deferred revenue, contract obligations, service-related fees, and lease accounting within a telecom environment
  • Lead the annual audit process and serve as the main point of contact for external auditors, ensuring timely support and strong compliance outcomes
  • Manage accounting for capital projects and infrastructure assets, including capitalization, depreciation, fixed asset tracking, and analysis of spending against budget
  • Monitor cash activity and working capital, contribute to budgeting and forecasting efforts, and support lender or investor reporting requirements
  • Develop the accounting team and partner with operational, engineering, and billing groups to create scalable processes that can support growth and future business expansion

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
  • At least 10 years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership responsibility in a complex business environment
  • Strong background in month-end close, financial reporting, general ledger management, and technical accounting
  • Hands-on expertise with NetSuite, including reporting, system administration, process improvement, and financial data management
  • Knowledge of revenue recognition principles, lease accounting, and internal control practices
  • Experience overseeing AP, AR, payroll, project billing, journal entries, and account reconciliations
  • Proficiency in budgeting, forecasting, cash flow analysis, and broader financial analysis
  • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and the ability to translate detailed financial data into actionable business insight

Nice to have

  • Netsuite
  • CPA

What we offer

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