Controller Job in San Diego, CA | Robert Half
robert halfSan Diego (CA)
Controller Job in San Diego, CA | Robert Half
Posted 2 days ago
robert halfSan Diego (CA)
SENIORITY
Director
About the role
Interim Controller
Location: Downtown San Diego, CA (3 days onsite per week)
Duration:
Through year-end with potential extension Start Date: Immediate / Next Week Reports To: CFOOur client is seeking an experienced Interim Controller to provide leave-of-absence coverage for a dynamic organization within the sports and entertainment industry. This hands-on leadership role will oversee the accounting function, manage the month-end close process, and ensure accurate financial reporting in accordance with U.S. GAAP. The ideal candidate will have strong technical accounting expertise, experience working in a fast-paced environment, and extensive knowledge of Great Plains.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage the monthly close process, ensuring completion within an 8-day close cycle
- Supervise and support two direct reports responsible for Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions
- Prepare and review monthly and annual financial statements
- Review, approve, and post journal entries, including: Revenue recognition Prepaids Accruals Other recurring and non-recurring entries
- Perform and review month-end balance sheet reconciliations
- Oversee financial reporting and ensure compliance with U.S. GAAPSupport the budgeting process, ensuring financial data rollups and reporting adhere to accounting standards
- Provide technical accounting guidance related to: ASC 606 Revenue Recognition ASC 842 Lease Accounting
- Partner closely with executive leadership to provide financial analysis and accounting support
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- Significant experience serving as a Controller or Senior Accounting LeaderStrong technical accounting background with expertise in U.S. GAAPHands-on experience with: ASC 606 ASC 842 Financial statement preparation and reporting General ledger management Month-end close leadership
- Extensive experience with Great Plains
- Experience using Concur and Management Reporter preferred
- Proven ability to work independently and step into a leadership role with minimal ramp-up time
- Strong communication and team management skills
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