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Robert Half International Controller in Annapolis, Maryland
Description
Robert Half is seeking candidates who have a knack for leading with high standards, positively motivating others, and making critical decisions and have experience taking charge of an accounting and clerical department, for a Controller position at a reputable automotive corporation that owns several dealerships in the Annapolis / Eastern Shore area of Maryland. This role will be responsible for overseeing accounting for all facets of the business including new and used car sales, service, and parts sales. This will oversee a team of accounting clerks and tag and title specialists. Planning and directing all accounting operational functions, handling the accumulation and consolidation of financial data for internal and external financial statements, evaluating accounting and internal control systems, and leading departmental staff will be essential for this role. The ideal candidate for this position can lead with integrity and reliability and have the ability to manage self and others with urgency, practicality and accountability when providing client services.
How you will make an impact
Review deliverables of self and team to align with owner expectations
Complete month-end and year-end close of income statement and balance sheet, reconcile accounts, and handle G/L analysis
Oversee the activities of the finance department, such as accounts payable, billings & collections, and payroll
Present monthly financial reports
Manage the creation of the annual budget and forecasts and monitor them on a monthly basis
Evaluate, apply and refine policies, procedures, controls and most methodologies
Support Finance Department initiatives, such as software and systems implementation and other departmental or firm-wide improvements, with research, planning, and implementation, as required
Comfortable handling responsibilities beyond formal job duties
Produce cash-flow reports, calculating cash needs at weekly and monthly intervals, and manage daily cash
Work closely with executive team and partners to facilitate efficient and effective firm-wide operation
Requirements
BA/BS in Accounting, Finance, Economics or other business related field
Must have prior experience working in a similar role in the automotive industry
Will consider public accounting candidates who have had clients in the automotive industry as well
Extraordinary analytical, quantitative and social skills
Demonstrated ability to work in a dynamic and constantly changing company environment
CPA/MBA preferred
Progressive accounting experience, including as a Controller preferred
Ability to communicate verbally and in writing effectively throughout all levels of the company
Ability to meet deadlines
Prior work in technology, analytics and management experience desired
Attention to detail and demonstrated ability to follow standard procedures is a requirement
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Salary: $90,000.00 - $110,000.00 / Yearly
Location: Annapolis, MD
Date Posted: February 26, 2021
Employment Type: Full-time
Job Reference: 02000-0011594286
Staffing Area: Full-Time Accounting u0026 Finance