Controller

Job Description

Robert Half Finance and Accounting and Kevin Sweet have partnered with a national hospitality / entertainment organization for a Corporate Controller position. In this role, you will play a key part in managing financial operations, ensuring compliance, and supporting the strategic growth of the organization. A Corporate Controller, you will be indirectly supporting shared services and lead functions related to internal controls, US GAAP compliance, treasury management, monthly close, consolidations, external/internal financial reporting, annual audit and budget process.

My client offers excellent benefits, annual salary and hybrid work schedule.

For additional information and consideration, please contact Kevin Sweet directly at or via email at Kevin.Sweet@RobertHalf.C0M

You can also connect and message me on LinkedIn. Bing or Google search ("Kevin Sweet" AND "Robert Half Finance and Accounting")

Key Responsibilities:

Oversee the month-end and year-end close process to ensure timely, accurate, and compliant financial reporting across multiple entities.

Lead consolidation of financial statements for multi business units

Ensure adherence to US GAAP and drive implementation of new accounting standards and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)

Partner indirectly with shared services (AP, AR, payroll, etc.) to ensure operational efficiency and accurate financial data flow.

Design, implement, and maintain a strong internal control framework (SOX experience a plus).

Oversee treasury operations, including cash management, banking relationships, and liquidity planning.

Coordinate with internal and external auditors and ensure timely completion of audit requests.

Support tax compliance, filings, and collaboration with external advisors.

Contribute to process improvements and automation initiatives to increase accuracy and efficiency in reporting and compliance.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA strongly preferred.

8+ years of progressive experience in accounting/finance, including leadership roles in multi-entity or multi-location organizations.

Strong understanding of US GAAP, financial consolidations, and internal controls.

Experience in the entertainment, hospitality, or consumer-facing industries is highly desirable.

Prior experience working with or overseeing shared services functions is a plus.

Excellent communication and leadership skills with the ability to partner cross-functionally.

Strong systems skills (e.g., ERP systems like NetSuite, SAP, Oracle) and proficiency with Excel.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA certification is highly preferred.

• At least 8 years of progressive experience in accounting or finance, with leadership roles in multi-entity organizations.

• Strong knowledge of US accounting standards, financial consolidations, and internal controls.

• Experience in the entertainment, hospitality, or consumer-facing industries is a strong advantage.

• Familiarity with shared services functions such as accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll.

• Proficiency in financial systems such as NetSuite, Oracle, or similar platforms, along with advanced Excel skills.

• Excellent communication and leadership abilities to effectively collaborate across departments.

• Proven ability to manage complex financial operations and support strategic decision-making.

Full-time

Hybrid remote