Controller

Description Middleburg based client is seeking a 5+ year Controller with a proven history of progressive responsibility in an accounting department. Ideal candidate will have prior governmental entity experience. Manage and oversee the daily task of the Financial Assistant – Accounts Payable and the Financial Assistant Assist in the development of annual budgets and financial forecasts in collaboration with department heads and senior management to support strategic planning and decision-making. Prepare and oversee the preparation of financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards. Oversees account reconciliations pertaining to banking, investments, general ledger, revenues, and expenses to ensure transactions are properly recorded. Conduct regular financial analysis to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement. Provide insights and recommendations to management based on analysis findings. Ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and accounting standards. Stay updated on changes in accounting regulations and implement necessary adjustments to financial processes and reporting. Coordinates activities for CCUA’s annual audit; prepares and provides work papers and schedules, financial statements as determined by the auditor; responds to questions and issues. Records fixed asset additions, disposals, and related transactions; reconcile fixed asset amounts to related balance sheet accounts. Monitor work results, hire, train and develop direct subordinates; provide support to accounts payable, cash receipt and billing staff to ensure proper handling and accounting of utility financial transactions. Requirements Bachelor’s degree in accounting required. Certified Public Accountant preferred Minimum of five years of direct accounting or finance experience. A minimum of five years of progressive responsibility in an accounting department or division is preferred. Experience with a governmental entity and/or utility, preferred. Experience using Workday Financial Management, preferred. Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. 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. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.© 2024 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .