Controller

Job description:

·         The Controller is responsible for leading the accounting department, ensuring full compliance with U.S. GAAP, internal controls and corporate policies. This role oversees budgeting, forecasting, financial planning, project development reporting and both internal and external financial reporting—ensuring accuracy, integrity, and alignment with the Company’s strategic objectives. This position is also an integral part of operational and financial oversight for the Company and part of the Executive Leadership team.

·         The Controller is accountable for the establishment, documentation, implementation, and ongoing maintenance of the Company’s accounting principles, policies, and procedures. This includes safeguarding the integrity of all fiscal records and ensuring effective internal controls and compliance with regulatory requirements.

·         This position demands a seasoned, strategic leader with deep expertise in financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting and utilization of financial applications. The Controller is responsible for fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills are essential to drive operational excellence and adapt to evolving business needs.

Responsibilities:

·         Provides leadership to the operations of the accounting organization, including the monthly close and financial reporting deliverables.

·         Responsible for leadership to the monthly, quarterly and annual preparation of all financial reporting to the Parent company and schedules required for filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.

·         Owns compliance with generally accepted accounting principles, internal controls, the research, resolution and documentation of all accounting and reporting deliverables, cash management, capital project reporting and financial forecasting.

·         Develops accurate budgets based on departmental and business unit plans; controls expenditure within budgeted levels to support those plans.

·         Establishes good working relationships with Company’s Treasury office and banking officials and forecasts cash flow for projected capital investment.

·         Leads reporting and data requests for regulatory filings. Stays up to date with regulatory changes impacting the utility industry.

·         Establishes and implements short- and long-term accounting organizational goals, objectives, policies and operating procedures. Identifies and implement process improvements.

·         Oversee the maintenance of the Company's accounting systems and directs the information technology strategy for the accounting organization.

·         Directs the financial audits and acts as the primary contact within the organization with the independent auditors.

·         Provides insight and assistance with the Company’s business plan including identifying potential risks and opportunities for financial performance improvement.

·         Develops and mentors the accounting team with a focus on effective communication, high transparency, accuracy and efficiency, and developing effective partnerships with leaders cross-functionally.

·         Maintains sensitive and confidential information regarding Company information

·         Ensures compliance with all federal, state, foreign and local regulations and laws and corporate policies.

·         Fosters a culture of continuous improvement and professional development within the accounting department.

·         Supports the Company's employee policies and procedures, including workplace safety rules.

·         Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Skills:

·         Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration from an accredited college or university required.

·         Minimum 12 years of related progressive work experience in accounting with at least 8 years demonstrated leadership and management responsibilities in forecasting, budgeting and timely month-end closings and reporting

·         Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation and work experience are strongly preferred.

·         Deep expertise in U.S. GAAP, SEC reporting requirements, and general finance and accounting procedures, with proven ability to manage daily departmental operations in a complex, multi-entity organization.

·         Experience in budgeting, consolidated financial statement preparation and complex financial analysis.

·         General knowledge of state and US tax regulations.

·         Strong working knowledge of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 and the COSO Internal Control – Integrated Framework.

·         Demonstrated ability to effectively lead and manage accounting staff to meet deadlines, achieve departmental goals, and maintain a positive, collaborative work environment.

·         Advanced proficiency in financial systems and tools, including ERP platforms (NetSuite preferred), and expert-level skills in Microsoft Excel (e.g., complex formulas, uploading journal entries, VLOOKUPs, and pivot tables).

·         Experience managing multi-entity accounting structures.

·         Hands-on, proactive work ethic with a strong commitment to accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement.

·         Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively interact with executive leadership, cross-functional teams, clients, vendors, and staff at all levels.

·         Proven ability to build and maintain strong working relationships across departments and with external stakeholders.

·         Exceptional organizational, analytical, and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, maintain attention to detail, and think strategically.

·         Confident facilitator and active participant in group meetings, with a collaborative and solutions-oriented approach.

·         Excellent knowledge of US GAAP is required with clear understanding of required source documents and workpaper preparation.

·         Prior experience in accounting system implementations and report writing (preferred)

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

·         This position is primarily based in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, although consideration will be given to candidates preferring to be primarily located in the Company’s office in Great Falls, Montana.

·         Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer by viewing computer monitors and typing.

·         Occasional lifting, carrying and/or moving items up to 25 pounds at times.

·         The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.