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Robert Half is recruiting an interim Controller to support post‑acquisition integration for a newly acquired company in the Long Beach, CA area. This consulting role will be focuseing on the opening balance sheet review, cash-to-accrual conversion, and cleaning up key balance sheet accounts to establish a GAAP‑compliant financial foundation.
Job Responsibility:
Lead opening balance sheet and trial balance review post‑acquisition
Perform M&A due diligence, net working capital adjustments, and acquisition accounting
Convert financials from cash to accrual
Reconcile and clean up balance sheet accounts (AP, AR, accruals, reserves, etc.)
Work professionally with previous owners and legacy employees
Provide clear executive-level reporting
Requirements:
7+ years accounting experience
Controller-level background preferred
Strong M&A, due diligence, and integration experience
Solid GAAP knowledge and understanding of the trial balance
Strong communication and executive presence
CPA a plus
Minimum of 7 years of detail-oriented accounting experience, with a preference for Controller-level expertise
Proven background in mergers and acquisitions, including due diligence and financial integration
Strong knowledge of accrual accounting and trial balance processes
Familiarity with GAAP and US GAAP standards
Excellent communication skills and ability to present financial data to executive leadership
Ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders, including legacy staff
Experience in balance sheet reviews and account reconciliations
Demonstrated ability to manage complex financial transitions and projects
Nice to have:
CPA a plus
What we offer:
medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance