Controller

Kyle Clarke with Robert Half of Buffalo has partnered with a local client who is looking for an experienced Controller to oversee accounting operations and provide strong financial leadership for the organization. This role is ideal for a hands-on individual who can guide accurate reporting, manage the monthly close process, and support sound budgeting and control practices. The Controller will play a key part in maintaining financial integrity while helping leadership make informed business decisions.

Responsibilities:

• Direct daily accounting activities to ensure financial records are complete, accurate, and maintained in accordance with established standards

• Lead the month-end close cycle, including preparation and review of journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules

• Oversee the general ledger and verify that balance sheet accounts are properly analyzed and resolved on a timely basis

• Prepare and review monthly financial statements and related reports for management use and decision-making

• Develop, monitor, and refine internal controls and accounting procedures to strengthen compliance and reduce risk

• Coordinate budgeting support and assist leadership with tracking financial performance against plans and forecasts

• Manage document organization, scanning, and record compilation to maintain accessible and well-structured financial files

• Support ongoing improvements to accounting workflows, including updates to processes and documentation where needed

• Minimum of 5 years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership responsibility within financial operations
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, general accounting practices, and financial control methods
• Demonstrated experience managing month-end close activities, journal entries, and account reconciliations
• Proficiency in maintaining general ledger accuracy and preparing monthly balance sheet support
• Ability to establish and follow detailed accounting procedures with a high level of accuracy and accountability
• Experience handling financial documentation, record organization, and related administrative controls
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills with the ability to work effectively in a hands-on environment