Interim Controller / Assistant Controller Job at Robert Half (Saint Paul)

Interim Assistant Controller

We are seeking an interim Assistant Controller to support the Controller in over...

Location

United States , Dallas

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance
7–10+ years of progressive accounting experience
Strong working knowledge of GAAP
Demonstrated experience with multi-entity accounting and combined financial statements
Experience supporting close, audits, and financial reporting in dynamic work environments
Exposure to budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis
Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, reconciliations, large datasets)
Strong communication skills and ability to partner cross-functionally
Ability to manage priorities in a fast-paced, operational environment
ERP experience (NetSuite, Sage, Microsoft Dynamics, QuickBooks Enterprise, or similar)

Job Responsibility

Support oversight of general ledger accuracy across multiple legal entities
Lead preparation and review of monthly, quarterly, and year-end journal entries
Prepare and review combined financial statements, including intercompany allocations and reconciliations
Oversee balance sheet reconciliations and ensure timely issue resolution
Assist in managing and improving the month-end close process, timelines, and controls
Support the annual budgeting process across operating entities
Assist in preparing monthly and quarterly forecasts, including variance analysis
Partner with operations and leadership to understand volume, cost drivers, and margin impacts
Monitor budget vs. actual performance and provide actionable insights
Support long-range planning and scenario analysis as the business scales

What we offer

medical, vision, dental, life and disability insurance
401(k) or deferred compensation plan (if eligible)
paid time off for vacation, personal needs, and sick time
paid holidays

Interim Assistant Controller

Robert Half is looking for an experienced Interim Assistant Controller to suppor...

Location

United States , Rochester, NY

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Minimum of 5 years of experience in accounting or financial management
Proficiency in month-end close processes, journal entry preparation, and general ledger management
Strong expertise in budgeting and forecasting
Ability to produce accurate financial statements and audits
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong communication skills to collaborate effectively within a team

Job Responsibility

Manage month-end close processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in financial reporting
Prepare and post journal entries, maintaining consistency and compliance with accounting standards
Oversee budgeting and forecasting activities to support strategic financial planning
Monitor the general ledger and ensure all transactions are properly recorded
Collaborate with internal teams to produce detailed financial statements and audits
Utilize Dynamics and Power BI software to streamline reporting and analysis
Provide guidance and support to team members, fostering a culture of collaboration
Identify opportunities for process improvement and implement solutions to enhance efficiency
Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and company policies
Assist with ad hoc financial projects as needed

What we offer

medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan
free online training

Interim Accounting Manager / Assistant Controller

We are seeking an Interim Accounting Manager / Assistant Controller to provide l...

Location

United States , Milwaukee

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP required
CPA preferred
5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership responsibilities
Experience overseeing full-cycle accounting operations
Proven ability to drive process improvements and enhance financial controls
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 is a plus
Proficiency in Excel

Job Responsibility

Oversee day-to-day accounting operations, including AP, AR, collections, payroll, invoicing, and cash disbursements
Manage and support the month-end close process, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
Provide interim leadership to a small team (1–2 staff), with oversight of broader accounting functions
Partner cross-functionally to resolve customer AR inquiries and support ongoing business operations
Approve refunds and write-offs, and initiate wire transfers
Compile and analyze financial data for budgeting, forecasting, and management reporting
Support annual financial statement audit and 401(k) audit processes
Identify process gaps and implement improvements, particularly within credit and collections
Establish and track KPIs to improve cash flow, collections, and operational efficiency
Ensure adherence to GAAP and internal controls

What we offer

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

Fulltime

Interim Director of Accounting / Interim Controller

Robert Half is seeking an Interim Director of Accounting / Interim Controller fo...

Location

United States , Las Vegas

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

10+ years of progressive accounting experience with prior leadership responsibility
Proven experience as a Controller, Director of Accounting, or senior accounting lead
Hands-on mindset — willing and able to do the work, not just delegate
Strong technical accounting foundation across payroll, AP, AR, and GL
Experience remediating accounting issues in complex, fast-moving environments
Comfortable operating in ambiguous or transitional situations
Ability to work onsite initially and communicate effectively with both finance and operations
A minimum of 10 years of accounting experience, including leadership roles
Strong expertise in general ledger management, financial reporting, and reconciliations
In-depth knowledge of US GAAP and audit compliance requirements

Job Responsibility

Provide interim accounting leadership while remaining actively involved in execution
Assist various departments that may include, but are not limited to: General Ledger, Payroll, Compliance, Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable
Lead cleanup of historical accounting issues and corrections impacting 2024–2025
Support accelerated and reliable month-end close
Review and correct P&L classification and departmental allocations
Step into hands-on accounting work as needed (journal entries, reconciliations, corrections)
Evaluate and improve accounting workflows, including approval matrices
Partner with operational leaders to understand transaction drivers and historical practices
Coach and redirect internal accounting personnel toward forward-looking execution rather than retrospective clean-up
Assist leadership with readiness for future system and process improvements

What we offer

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