Description Jackie Meza with Robert half is looking for an experienced Controller to join our manufacturing team in Merced, California. This role is essential in overseeing financial operations, ensuring compliance, and driving strategic financial initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounting and financial management, coupled with excellent leadership abilities. Contact Jackie Meza at 209.227.6563 for details on the position. Responsibilities: • Manage and oversee month-end close activities, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards. • Prepare and review financial statements, including audits and reports, to support organizational goals. • Monitor and maintain the general ledger, accounts payable (AP), and accounts receivable (AR) processes. • Develop and implement budgeting and forecasting strategies to align with business objectives. • Conduct regular reviews of journal entries and accounting records to ensure consistency and precision. • Utilize accounting software systems, such as QuickBooks, to streamline financial operations. • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance financial reporting and decision-making processes. • Lead efforts to improve internal controls and maintain regulatory compliance. • Support strategic planning through detailed financial analysis and reporting. • Provide leadership and mentorship to the accounting team, fostering growth and development. Requirements • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. • Minimum of 5-10 years of experience in accounting or financial management roles. • Proficiency in accounting software systems, including QuickBooks. • Strong knowledge of general ledger, accounts payable (AP), and accounts receivable (AR) processes. • Demonstrated expertise in preparing financial statements and conducting audits. • Proven ability to manage month-end close activities and ensure compliance. • Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and strategic financial planning. • Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills. 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) .