Controller

Job Description

Job Description

Robert Half is partnering with a Des Moines client looking to hire a motivated and detail-oriented  Controller  to lead their financial operations and ensure organizational excellence. If you’re a proactive leader with a proven track record in accounting, process improvement, and team development, we want to hear from you! This is an opportunity to drive meaningful impact in a dynamic environment while collaborating with senior management and cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities :

• Leadership & Team Development :
• Train and nurture the accounting team to foster individual and collective growth. Inspire team members to achieve their highest potential in alignment with company goals.
• Financial Compliance & Reporting :
• Monitor and ensure compliance with all financial reporting regulations and standards. Prepare accurate and timely financial statements, supported by thorough documentation, to facilitate internal and external audits.
• Treasury Operations :
• Oversee all treasury functions, including liquidity management, maintaining banking relationships, debt management, and mitigating financial risks.
• Planning, Forecasting, & Analytics :
• Build dynamic financial models, detailed budgets, and forecasts to provide actionable insights and recommendations to senior management and stakeholders.
• Internal Controls & Process Optimization :
• Partner with business leaders to implement robust internal controls, streamline accounting processes, and improve organizational performance.
• Policy Development :
• Develop, implement, and enforce financial policies and procedures to ensure consistency and alignment with organizational goals.
• Collaboration :
• Build strong, cross-functional relationships across departments to enhance teamwork and foster a proactive, customer-focused accounting function.
• Regulatory Updates :
• Stay current on new regulations, accounting standards, and industry trends, ensuring the company’s practices remain compliant with necessary adjustments.
• Operational Strategy & Special Projects :
• Lead or contribute to key process improvements and organization-wide projects to support strategic objectives.
• Educational Background :  Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance. Advanced certifications are a plus
• Experience :  A minimum of 10 years of progressive accounting or financial management experience, including several years in supervisory or leadership roles
• Financial Expertise :  Demonstrated ability to execute forecasting, budgeting, and financial analysis with precision and strategic insight
• Compliance Knowledge :  Comprehensive understanding of regulatory reporting requirements and industry standards
• Leadership & Communication :  Proven track record as an effective leader with exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to inspire teams and collaborate across departments
• Attention to Detail :  Outstanding attention to detail paired with strong analytical capabilities for managing complex financial operations and audits
• Treasury & Risk Management :  Hands-on experience in treasury operations