Contiem, Inc., is an ISO 270001 certified and Veteran owned company. Not only do we have a world-class Component Content Management System (CCMS) platform - RSuite® - we help companies create exceptional content - technical documentation, eLearning, online help, visualizations, and training materials - required to compete at the highest level. Come be part of a team that is recreating the way content is developed, managed, and published - a company that sells worldwide and has clients including American Express, eBay, Ortho Clinical Diagnostics, HarperCollins, Qantas Airlines, the U.S. Department of Defense, and the World Bank.

Position Summary

Contiem, Inc. is looking for a Corporate Controller as a key part of the Finance & Accounting team. The Corporate Controller directs and controls the accounting operations of the company in order to yield timely, accurate, and meaningful information to aid management, its shareholders, and other users in making educated economic decisions. This role prepares, reviews, and oversees the general ledger and financial reporting of the company. The team member will seek to identify and implement streamlined processes and recommend accounting policies based upon the latest requirements of accounting standard setters.

Essential Responsibilities & Duties:

• Actively manage the activities of the corporate accounting department for the accurate and timely dissemination of financial management reports including internal and external monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, and tax filings.
• Oversee the following accounting processes:
• Disbursement activities to ensure the accurate and timely processing of accounts payable, employee expense reports, cash control, payroll funding, and corporate payroll tax compliance.
• Accounts receivable activities to ensure the accurate and timely management of all accounts receivable aging components including billings, cash receipts application, collections, write-offs, and credit processing.
• Payrolling including the processing of monthly payroll, management of payroll data and files, calculations of bonuses and commissions, and submission of payroll taxes; and,
• Bank accounts, reconciliations, and treasury management activities.
• Project accounting time collection, revenue recognition, invoicing, and financial performance.
• Establish and maintain a system of internal controls by developing and implementing the appropriate policies, procedures, and controls necessary for a "best in class" accounting department.
• Manage all banking and financing agreements, vendor relationships, financial contracts, and financing agreements.
• Serve as the subject matter expert for revenue recognition and technical accounting matters.
• Key partner in the annual budgeting and planning process.
• Assist in the preparation of board communication and financial reporting.

Additional Duties:

• Establish, maintain, and coordinate a financial statement close, including, but not limited to, timetable, reviews, and reconciliations.
• Perform in-depth financial analysis to assess risk, analyze efficiency, and inform policy decisions.
• Supervise accurate and timely collection and remittance of sales taxes to the proper state agencies.
• Coordinate the provision of information to external tax firms for corporate income tax planning and compliance.
• Coordinate the provision of information to external auditors for the annual financial statement audit.
• Establish and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with colleagues to ensure timely exchange of information.
• Participate in a wide variety of special projects, compile special reports as assigned by the Chief Financial Officer.

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required; CPA certification a plus.
• 5 years’ experience of hands-on management experience and developing associated staff in a professional services environment (of similar industry).
• 4 years in public accounting with an international firm.
• 3 years of experience in an equivalent position working in the accounting / general ledger function required.
• Experience with performing and overseeing a financial statement close, including consolidations of international entities.
• Experience in producing US GAAP compliant financial statements and related disclosures required; SEC reporting experience a plus.
• Solid technical accounting skills, particularly related to the software / SaaS industry, including experience with revenue recognition (ASC 606), stock-based compensation (ASC 718), and software costs capitalization (ASC 350-40 and ASC 985-20).
• Proficiency in accounting software (QuickBooks, NetSuite, etc.) is required.
• Familiarity with various tax requirements (federal and state income taxes, state sales and use taxes, and introduction to international tax).
• Advanced knowledge of MS Office (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint).
• Experience with Carta equity management software and Avalara sales tax software.
• Practical experience with internal controls design, implementation, documentation, and management.

Soft Skills:

• Possession of excellent professional written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical skills while maintaining data integrity with a sharp focus on details.
• Ability to handle multiple projects and changing priorities, and to meet deadlines while at the same time, producing high-quality deliverables.
• Results oriented with the ability to work independently, require little supervision, and collaborate with individuals across the organization.

Work Hours & Location:

This is a full-time, on-site, exempt position with standard hours of operation from 8 am to 5 pm EST in Annapolis, MD.

Please note, this job description does not cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.
Job Benefits:

• 3 weeks of PTO, 8 paid holidays, 5 additional days for life events such as adoption, childbirth, and marriage.
• Free medical, dental, vision, life insurance and disability coverage.
• 401(k) with 100% match of up to 4% of contributions and with immediate vesting.
• Commuting allowance for in-office positions.
• Tuition & Professional Membership Reimbursement.
• Employee Referral bonus.

Contiem employs and promotes a highly talented and diverse workforce and environment, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, or any other protected class.
From: Contiem