Robbins Recruiting has partnered with a design and installation firm out of Miami that is seeking a Controller for one of their emerging business segments.
Position Summary: Responsible for the integrity and veracity of the financial transactions of the company, preparing financial statements that are produced on time and representing accurate data.
Essential Functions:
•Cashflow management: Includes forecasting cash flow needs and alerting upper management for cash flow deficiencies.
•Act as audit liaison: Meet with external audit staff, being receptive to audit findings, implementing reporting changes, and communicating to upper management or the board of directors the outcomes of the audit.
•Internal controls management: Gather feedback from audit personnel, work with managers on designing proper control functions, and gathering data on the effectiveness of the internal control.
•Invoice approval: Ultimate approval of higher threshold, as determined by senior management, for purchase orders and invoices.
•Budget preparation: Prepares the annual budget and corresponding quarterly reviews and updates.
•Financial risk: Aware of current processes, understanding company weaknesses, engaging employees with training, and openly communicating areas of opportunity to better safeguard assets.
•Financial compliance: Understands external reporting requirements, ensures proper resources are on hand to meet those requirements and oversees the final product being delivered to external parties.
•Financial reporting: Knowledgeable of recent changes to financial reporting practices, oversees a staff that directly contributes to the financial statement preparation process, and certifies that the financial statements have been accurately prepared.
•Identify cost savings. Understand where operational efficiencies lie, how staff can be best utilized, what reporting functions are being duplicated, and what resources the finance department really needs.
•Mentor financial staff. A leader to the controller's direct reports by involving them in higher-level discussions.
Required Education & Experience:
•Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field with relevant work experience
•Ability to work independently in a fast environment and as part of a team
•Strong problem-solving skills and work ethics
•Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
Required Skills, Knowledge & Competencies:
•Deep knowledge of USGAAP reporting requirements mandatory.
•At least 5 years of experience as a Controller in the retail industry, or equivalent.
•Deep understanding of sales and use taxes legislation.
•Advanced spreadsheet skills are required.
•Advanced analytical, organization, and interpersonal skills.
$120,000 - $140,000 a year