Description We are looking for a detail-oriented and experienced Assistant Controller to join our team in Houston, Texas. In this role, you will play a critical part in overseeing accounting operations, ensuring accurate financial reporting, and driving process improvements. If you excel in managing financial data and thrive in a dynamic environment, we want to hear from you. Responsibilities: • Oversee the preparation of journal entries and lead the month-end close process to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting. • Maintain and update fixed asset schedules with precision and accuracy. • Perform monthly reconciliations of balance sheets and bank accounts to verify financial records. • Analyze general ledger accounts, ensuring accuracy and providing insights for decision-making. • Manage the processing of payments, including ACH and wire transfers, ensuring compliance with deadlines. • Prepare consolidated financial statements and internal financial reports for management and stakeholders. • Research and resolve accounting issues, providing clear explanations and recommendations when needed. • Oversee sales tax filings across multiple jurisdictions, ensuring compliance with state and local regulations. • Assist with audits by providing necessary documentation and supporting inventory valuations and bank examinations. • Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and workflows, contributing to operational efficiency. Requirements • Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field. • A minimum of 7 years of accounting experience, including full-cycle accounting, with a focus on detail-oriented work. • Strong knowledge of accounting principles, standards, and best practices. • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including complex formulas and data analysis. • Exceptional attention to detail, analytical skills, and problem-solving capabilities. • Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with team members and stakeholders. • Proven ability to manage deadlines and work effectively under pressure. • Leadership skills with the ability to oversee tasks and take initiative in the absence of the Controller. 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. 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) .