What are the responsibilities and job description for the Controller position at Jankel Tactical Systems?
Position Summary
The Controller is responsible for the overall management of accounting operations, cash management, internal controls, and compliance. This position partners closely with executive management to provide financial insight that supports strategic decision-making while ensuring the integrity of the company's financial records. In a small manufacturing environment, the Controller is expected to be hands-on and actively involved in daily accounting operations and to operate efficiently and consistently with the Jankel Tactical Systems Business Plan.
Functional Responsibilities
Manage daily accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll oversight, and cash management
Prepare accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, and management report
Monitor manufacturing costs, inventory, margins, variances, and job or product profitability
Maintain internal controls, accounting policies, and compliance with applicable tax, audit, banking, and regulatory requirements
Coordinate year-end audits, tax filings, insurance reporting, and relationships with external accountants, lenders, and other advisors
Supervise and develop account staff and partner with operations and leadership to improve financial performance and business processes
Other duties as required by Management consistent with the JTS Business Plan
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, CPA or CMA preferred
Typically 7 years of progressive accounting experience, including supervisory responsibility
Manufacturing accounting experience, including cost accounting and inventory management, strongly preferred
Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, budgeting, internal controls, and ERP/accounting systems-Deltek Costpoint preferred
Excellent analytical, organizational, communication, and leadership skills
Eligible for US Security Clearance to minimum SECRET
Ability to meet frequent deadlines and tight schedules
Familiarity with FAR, DFARs and CAS a plus