Controller

DescriptionAre you a hands-on accounting leader who thrives in a fast-growing, multi-location environment? Robert Half is partnering with a dynamic organization that is expanding nationally and looking to add a strong accounting leader to its corporate team.This is an opportunity to step into a high-impact role where you'll influence financial operations, support strategic growth initiatives, and help build scalable processes in a performance-driven environment.Key Responsibilities+ Lead and manage end-to-end accounting operations, including general ledger, AP/AR, payroll oversight, cash management, and fixed assets+ Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely reporting+ Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analyses+ Partner with operations, FP& A, and executive leadership on budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis for restaurant performance+ Ensure compliance with GAAP, internal controls, and regulatory requirements+ Support internal and external audits, as well as tax preparation processes+ Identify and implement process improvements and best practices within a growing multi-unit environment+ Mentor and develop junior accounting staff+ Support future M& A and/or IPO initiatives by preparing due diligence materials and providing transaction-related accounting supportRequirementsQualifications+ Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required+ CPA (or actively pursuing) strongly preferred+ 5-15+ years of progressive accounting experience, including supervisory or managerial capacity+ Consumer retail industries (multi-unit experience highly preferred)+ Advanced proficiency in large ERP like SAP or Oracle+ Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills+ Ability to operate in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment with multiple priorities+ High integrity, strong attention to detail, and a proactive, ownership-driven mindsetRobert 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.2025 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) and Privacy Notice (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/privacy) .