Controller

Robert Half is seeking an experienced Controller for a consulting engagement with a large-scale gaming and hospitality organization. This leadership position will oversee critical accounting operations, financial reporting, regulatory compliance, and process improvement initiatives in a fast-paced environment. The ideal Controller brings extensive gaming, hospitality, or highly regulated industry experience and can provide immediate leadership, operational stability, and strategic financial guidance while partnering closely with executive management.
Key Responsibilities for the Controller: Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes. Oversee preparation and review of financial statements and management reporting packages. Direct accounting operations, including general ledger, reconciliations, revenue accounting, and operational accounting functions. Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory, audit, and internal control requirements. Partner with senior leadership on budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis. Evaluate accounting processes and implement workflow improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy. Coordinate internal and external audit activities. Mentor and develop accounting managers and staff. Support special projects, system implementations, business process optimization, and organizational initiatives. Provide leadership during periods of organizational change, growth, or transition. Controllers with gaming revenue accounting oversight, regulatory reporting & compliance, and multi-department accounting leadership experience are highly preferred. You will work closely with senior leadership to stabilize accounting operations and manage close activities. This is an on-site role where overtime will be required.Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. CPA strongly preferred. 10+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience. 5+ years of leadership experience managing accounting teams. Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls. Experience within gaming, hospitality, casino operations, or other highly regulated industries preferred. Demonstrated success managing audits, compliance requirements, and complex accounting operations. Advanced Microsoft Excel skills. Experience with ERP systems and large-scale accounting environments.