Controller

Robert Half is currently recruiting for a Controller for a publicly traded manufacturing organization in the Sarasota area. Our client is seeking a proven finance and accounting leader to oversee corporate accounting, financial reporting, internal controls, and global finance operations in a highly visible role partnering closely with the CFO and executive leadership team. The Controller will play a key role in supporting strategic decision-making, strengthening accounting processes, and driving operational discipline across a growing global business. This position offers meaningful executive exposure, public-company complexity, and the opportunity to influence a business with strong momentum and a collaborative leadership culture. Responsibilities include overseeing the preparation of accurate and timely financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP and applicable international standards, supporting SEC reporting requirements, maintaining strong internal controls over financial reporting, and coordinating external audit activities. The Controller will also lead global accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, consolidation, and close processes. Additional responsibilities include supporting budgeting and forecasting, providing financial analysis to business leaders, identifying financial and operational risks, improving finance systems and automation, and partnering with cross-functional teams on strategic initiatives. This role will also lead, mentor, and develop the corporate accounting team while promoting accountability, process improvement, and high performance.