Controller

Reporting to the CFO, the Controller will oversee all financial accounting operations for the company. The Controller is responsible for all activities related to monthly financial reporting, external audit, coordination of the tax function, accounts receivable, credit and collections, accounts payable and monthly account reconciliations.  In addition to reporting and controlling functions, the Controller will support and drive data analysis partnering with Operational/G&A leaders implementing and improving processes, driving strategic resource allocation/cost optimization.  This position is a high-profile position that interacts with all levels of the organization and directly supports our most critical asset, our customers.

The Controller must be a hands-on self-starter who can bring proven experience including problem solving processes to drive continuous improvement in and outside the finance function.  Attention to detail and focused attention is essential for the success of the position. The Controller will play a critical role in identifying opportunities for time and cost savings, improving processes, and supporting key financial strategies. As a key member of the management team, the successful Controller will make a significant impact to the business, contribute to shaping the company's financial strategies, and assist in optimizing various processes. The Controller will develop, motivate and manage a team of seven.

RESPONSIBILITIES

·         Oversee all accounting and reporting systems ensuring compliance with appropriate accounting standards and meeting 100% of all agreed upon deadlines.

·         Verify the accuracy and timeliness of all finance function output across payroll; accounts payable; accounts receivable and the cash and credit card receipt function.

·         Identify and drive operational improvements; build or enhance reporting and dashboards, trend analysis and provide thoughtful, relevant and insightful information for key decision making.

·         With the assistance of their staff, complete comprehensive month end closing work includes preparing journal entries, reconciling balance sheet accounts, creating accruals, ensuring proper reporting and analyzing monthly variance to improve business performance.

·         Coordinate all financial statement audit activity.

·         Assist the CFO in the annual budgeting and planning process.

·         Support the CFO in preparation of management and board materials, presentations and the resulting strategic initiatives.

·         Monitor cash flow forecasting by working in partnership with the CFO.

·         Team leadership and development: manage and develop a high-performing Finance team through cross training, setting high standards, providing coaching and support, strong adherence to accountability, ensuring all team members’ professional growth.

·         Oversee and improve fixed asset accounting processes, ensuring accuracy and identifying opportunities for savings.

REQUIREMENTS

·         4-year bachelor’s degree in finance/accounting and a minimum of 5 years of experience in a finance leadership position; CPA and/or MBA preferred.

·         100% in-office; non-remote position.

·         Superior technology skills: the ability to manage large data sets, create, maintain and analyze data through Excel, VB and/or BI.

·         Strategic thinker who will own, in partnership with the CFO, the responsibility of the finance function.

·         Experience with budgeting, profit and loss reporting and monthly financial reporting and reconciliation.

·         Ability to work a varied schedule including days, evenings, weekends and extended hours based on business needs.

We provide equal employment opportunity to all qualified employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, results of genetic testing, service in the military, or any other category protected by law.

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