Description Our client is a growing, privately held sales and distribution company seeking a Controller to serve as the top financial leader of the organization. This is a hands-on, A–Z accounting role ideal for an experienced accounting professional who enjoys owning the full financial function while acting as a trusted financial partner to ownership. The Controller will manage one accounting clerk and work closely with the owner on financial planning, reporting, and decision support. Key Responsibilities + Accounting & Financial Operations (A–Z Ownership) + Own all aspects of the company’s accounting and financial reporting, including GL, month-end close, financial statements, and reconciliations + Oversee and actively participate in AR, AP, payroll, inventory, and cash management + Ensure accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes + Maintain internal controls, accounting policies, and documentation + Coordinate with external partners including CPA firm, tax advisors, banks, and insurance providers + Leadership & Oversight + Manage, train, and review the work of one accounting clerk + Set priorities, ensure deadlines are met, and maintain high data accuracy + Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency + Financial Planning & Analysis (Right-Hand to Ownership) + Partner directly with the owner on budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning + Build financial models to support pricing, margin analysis, inventory planning, and growth initiatives + Monitor costs, margins, and key performance indicators + Create dashboards and management reports to improve financial visibility + Compliance & Business Support + Oversee sales tax, inventory accounting, and regulatory compliance + Support year-end close, tax filings, and external reporting requirements + Provide ad hoc financial analysis to support operational and strategic decisions Ideal Candidate Profile + Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business + 7+ years of hands-on accounting experience, ideally in a small to mid-size company setting + Industry experience in sales, distribution, manufacturing, or similar + Comfortable operating in a roll-up-your-sleeves, A–Z accounting role + Experience working directly with owners or senior leadership + Exposure to budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, or dashboards preferred + Stable work history with demonstrated progression and ownership + Strong Excel, systems, and process-improvement skills Why This Role + True Controller-level responsibility with end-to-end ownership + Direct partnership with ownership as a financial thought partner + Ability to influence systems, processes, and reporting + Stable business with opportunity to add forward-looking finance Please contact Chuck Bustos with Robert Half at 303-931-4005 (phone/text) for more information and / or apply here for immediate consideration! You can also email chuck.bustos at roberthalf com or find me on LinkedIn ("Chuck Bustos with Robert Half") Requirements Requirements: • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. • Minimum of 7 years of hands-on accounting experience, preferably in a small to mid-sized company. • Proven expertise in financial statement preparation, month-end close processes, and financial analysis. • Familiarity with SAP Business One or similar accounting systems. • Strong skills in budgeting, forecasting, and building financial models. • Experience working directly with senior leadership or business owners. • Industry knowledge in sales, distribution, manufacturing, or similar environments. • Proficiency in Excel and a track record of implementing process improvements to enhance efficiency. Benefits: Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) Paid holidays, including time off between Christmas and New Year’s 401(k) with 4% employer match Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage Employer-paid disability and life insurance Please contact Chuck Bustos with Robert Half at 303-931-4005 (phone/text) for more information and / or apply here for immediate consideration! You can also email chuck.bustos at roberthalf com or find me on LinkedIn ("Chuck Bustos with Robert Half") 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. 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