Financial Controller

Position Summary

The Controller will oversee all accounting and financial operations, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency. This role involves managing banking relationships, cash flow, bookkeeping, financial reporting, and supporting strategic decision-making. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, highly organized, and experienced in accounting and finance operations.

Key Responsibilities

1. Banking Operations
   
   • Maintain strong relationships with banking partners.
   • Monitor cash flow and ensure timely transfers and availability of funds.
2. Cash Management & Reconciliation
   • Perform monthly bank reconciliations.
   • Ensure timely and accurate cash movement and reporting.
3. Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable
   • Compile, organize, and process A/P and A/R transactions.
   • Obtain CEO approvals for payments and communicate with vendors.
   • Manage bi-monthly A/P runs and handle urgent ad-hoc payments.
   • Issue payments via checks, wires, and other methods.
4. Bookkeeping & Reporting
   • Maintain dual sets of records (cash and accrual basis).
   • Prepare and review financial reports with leadership.
   • Provide detailed reporting for monthly presentations.
5. Payroll & Compliance
   • Manage payroll processing and 1099 payments.
   • Oversee benefits administration and maintain relationship with PEO.
   • Act as liaison with external accountants and assist with tax preparation.
6. Budgeting & Forecasting
   • Produce quarterly budget forecasts and cash flow projections.
7. Ownership Tracking
   • Track ownership interests and related documentation.
8. Systems & Tools
   • Maintain and optimize QuickBooks usage.
9. Office management
   • Order and maintain stock of snacks and drinks for office pantry.
   • Order lunches for the office

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA preferred.
• 4 years of progressive accounting experience.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting standards.
• Proficiency in QuickBooks and advanced Excel skills.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.