As a Controller at IDI, you are a hands-on accounting professional with a positive growth mindset and are passionate about getting things done. You have the ability think strategically, as well as the willingness to dig into the day-to-day accounting work. You have the opportunity to build, develop, and lead high-performing accounting teams while continuing to grow your career within IDI. You are ambitious, self-directed, and capable of working autonomously and with the broader leadership team to achieve the business and financial goals of the company.

Compensation: $160,300 - $232,500 

Job Summary:

The Controller oversees all aspects of the company's accounting functions, financial reporting, and compliance. This leadership role will report to the VP of Finance and Accounting and collaborates with cross-functional teams to drive financial success and ensure the company's financial health. This position will ensure the accuracy of monthly financials, build and develop cohesive teams, and oversee department processes and procedures. The Controller will always emphasize continuous improvement and drive efficiencies/automation to scale as we grow. In addition to oversight of the Financial Accounting functions, the Controller will oversee the Billing, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, and Tax Compliance areas.

Responsibilities/Duties:

• Work directly with the Assistant Controller to manage the month-end close process and ensure the accuracy of monthly and annual internal and external financial statements, including Income Statements, Balance Sheets, and Statements of Cash Flows in accordance with GAAP
• Accountable for the reconciliation of the trial balance and general ledger on a monthly basis, including the preparation of monthly balance sheet reconciliations
• Build and lead a high-performing accounting team to ensure all objectives and goals are planned accordingly and are being attained 
• Provide mentorship, coaching, and professional development opportunities for team members and foster a collaborative and inclusive work environment
• Lead the AR and AP teams to ensure timely billing, cash application, and payments to suppliers
• Analyze financial data to provide insights and recommendations to improve financial performance
• Responsible for tax compliance with all federal, state, and local authorities and all related areas
• Provide strategic financial leadership and guidance to the executive team and other stakeholders
• Partner with FP&A to develop standardized reporting packages and business intelligence dashboards/reporting that provide actionable insights to the organization
• Develop and lead process improvement, efficiency, and automation opportunities within the accounting groups
• Develop, maintain, and/or implement financial plans, policies, and procedures to support the company's goals and objectives
• Build a strong internal control structure to ensure compliance and accurate, timely, reliable issuance of internal/external financial reporting and reviews
• Represent the Company in interim and year-end financial and/or regulatory audits and oversee the preparation of all documentation for these processes
• Fully understand all business processes and related ERP system flows and postings to the general ledger to ensure they are in compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
• Work with the Sales and Operations departments on efficient process flows that support company initiatives and achieve financial targets
• Recommend changes in financial processes that will lead to increased profitability and efficiency improvements
• Conduct ad hoc analyses/projects and accounting/financial support to business segment management teams in support of financial and operational objectives

Leadership Competencies:

• Leads Self
  • Communicates Effectively & Candidly
  • Drives for Results
  • Demonstrates Accountability
  • Takes Initiative
  • Collaborates
• Leads Others
  • Selects Top Talent
  • Develops Others
  • Thinks Strategically
  • Builds a Strong Culture

Qualifications/Skills:

• Must have technical and theoretical knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
• Proficiency in financial software and ERP systems. SAP experience preferred
• Understands upstream & downstream impacts and effects on financial results
• Strong interpersonal, presentation & customer relations skills
• Strong collaboration skills and ability to work with all departments; solutions oriented mindset
• Ability to set and achieve goals for managed departments
• Detail-oriented, ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Must have excellent written, verbal, and analytical skills

Education and/or Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA designation preferred.
• 5 years of strong team management and development experience
• 10 years of progressive accounting experience.
• Public accounting audit experience a plus

WHO WE ARE:

In 1979, Joe Novogratz founded IDI with a mission: build an insulation distribution company that would supply the market with a wide selection of quality insulation and act as a true, professional resource for independent contractors. For the past 40 years, IDI has grown from 1 location in Minnesota, to 60 U.S. locations, more than 1,500,000 sq. ft. of warehouse space, over 200 trucks making daily insulation deliveries, over $75,000,000 of inventory in our warehouses, and over 8.5 million miles driven by our drivers. IDI has accomplished all this growth while remaining a privately-owned and operated business, and has solidified itself as America’s Insulation Source.

In order to ensure our service goes above and beyond while our business grows, we need trusted, driven, and talented people to join the IDI family. From sales, to operations, to the corporate office, every employee has the opportunity to grow with the company and have their voice heard. We embrace our family-oriented values and feel the same about our IDI team. Our employees enjoy a healthy work/life balance and receive benefits that fit employees’ and their families’ needs.