HYBRID Financial Controller

Robert Half26 days ago
Seattle, WA
Hybrid
Full-time
Junior Level (1-3 years)

Job Description

Position Overview

Our client is a long-standing, privately held organization with deep roots in the Pacific Northwest. They manage significant natural resource assets with a strong focus on sustainability and long-term stewardship. Their close-knit and collaborative team operates from multiple locations including headquarters and regional offices. This is a permanent, direct hire position requiring regular, on-site work out of Seattle, Washington. The Regional Controller will be a key financial leader supporting operations across the Pacific Northwest by partnering with senior leadership to provide accurate financial reporting, oversee day-to-day accounting, and ensure compliance with internal and external requirements. The role offers a mix of hands-on accounting work and strategic business partnership.

Key Responsibilities

  • Oversee all regional accounting and financial reporting functions, including general ledger, reconciliations, and month-end close
  • Prepare and review financial statements, variance analyses, and management reports for leadership
  • Partner with operational managers to translate financial data into actionable insights, including cost analysis and forecasting
  • Monitor cash flow and support treasury functions, particularly around seasonal cycles and capital planning
  • Ensure compliance with GAAP, regulatory requirements, and internal controls
  • Lead and mentor accounting staff, fostering professional growth and development
  • Collaborate with external auditors, tax advisors, and other stakeholders as needed
  • Contribute to process improvements and potential system upgrades (ERP/financial tools) to increase efficiency and accuracy

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA or CMA strongly preferred
  • 8+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience, with at least 3+ years in a leadership role
  • Strong technical accounting skills (GAAP, reconciliations, variance analysis, cash flow)
  • Experience overseeing multi-entity or multi-location financial operations
  • Proficiency in financial systems/ERPs and advanced Excel skills
  • Ability to communicate effectively across all levels of the organization and serve as a trusted business partner
  • Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment

Benefits & Perks

  • Competitive salary:$90,000 - $160,000 DOE
  • Paid Time Off
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Paid Holidays
  • 401k Retirement Plans
  • HSA
  • Hybrid Schedule- 1-2 days a week in office
  • Hands-on leadership rolewith exposure to both operational and strategic finance
  • Collaborative culturewith strong emphasis on sustainability and long-term growth

Required Skills

Cash Flow Management
General Ledger Management
Forecasting
Team Leadership
Financial Reporting
Advanced Excel
ERP Systems
Budgeting
Variance Analysis
GAAP Compliance