Assistant Controller

Description
Robert Half Management Resources is currently looking for an experienced Assistant Controller to support a long-term interim engagement for a higher education client in the Dayton, Ohio area. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for a hands-on finance specialist who can guide daily accounting operations, support accurate and timely financial reporting, and partner closely with institutional stakeholders. The interim Asst. Controller will manage a small accounting team executing month-end close, posting and reviewing journal entries, and performing and reviewing account reconciliations. Prior experience in accounting within higher education is a plus. Role is primarily onsite, with 1 day hybrid flexibility. This role is expected to have a duration of 1-2 years in length.


Responsibilities:

• Lead day-to-day accounting activities, including preparing journal entries, reviewing complex reconciliations, and addressing account variances with ac...