Controller

Honolulu, HI

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    Excellent benefit package and bonus potential!

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    Excellent benefit package and bonus potential!

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About this opportunity

Exciting Controller role! This role combines day-to-day accounting ownership with broader financial leadership. We are looking for someone who is comfortable operating both strategically and tactically — a leader who can oversee financial operations, support decision-making, improve processes, and still stay close to the work when needed.

Excellent benefit package and bonus potential!

In this role you will-

  • Direct and participate in the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes
  • Ensure accurate financial reporting and maintain integrity of the general ledger
  • Prepare internal financial statements, management reports, budgets, and forecasts
  • Monitor cash flow, banking activity, liquidity, and internal financial controls
  • Oversee tax matters, including Hawaii General Excise Tax (GET), and coordinate with outside advisors as appropriate
  • Partner with operations and project leadership to analyze job performance, profitability, cost trends, and financial risk
  • Lead, mentor, and develop accounting staff
  • Identify and implement improvements in systems, workflows, and internal processes
  • Support insurance administration and surety/bonding requirements, or develop expertise in these areas
  • Explore practical applications for automation and AI tools to improve efficiency and reporting accuracy
  • Participate in long-range planning and support executive leadership with financial insights

Qualifications

  • A Controller with at least 5 years of experience
  • A CPA with at least 5 years of public accounting experience who is interested in moving into an internal accounting leadership role
  • Strong technical accounting and finance foundation
  • Experience with financial reporting, tax compliance, payroll, cash management, and internal controls
  • Knowledge of Hawaii GET strongly preferred
  • Ability to lead while remaining hands-on in the accounting function
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with operational leaders
  • Demonstrated judgment, leadership presence, and ability to manage change
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Robert Half

Staffing and Recruiting Services

Robert Half is a global staffing and recruitment company specializing in placing skilled professionals in fields such as finance and accounting, technology, marketing, legal, and administrative support. The company provides tailored hiring solutions and workforce strategies to help businesses find top talent.

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