Controller

Job Title: Controller

Company: S3 Recycling Solutions

Location: Springfield, TN - Onsite

Reports To: COO (or CEO)

Job Summary

The Controller is a multifaceted role responsible for the daily management of financial operations, as well as providing strategic financial analysis to drive business growth. This individual will oversee all accounting functions, ensure financial compliance, and provide leadership with the data and insights necessary for informed decision-making. The ideal candidate is a hands-on, detail-oriented leader with a strong technical accounting background and exceptional analytical skills. This is a department of one. The Controller will be the financial team.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Financial Operations and Reporting (Controller Functions):

• Accounting Oversight: Manage all accounting operations, including billing, accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll, and general ledger. QuickBooks is the main platform we run on. The Controller will own collections directly and not just oversee accounts receivable.
• Financial Statements: Prepare and publish accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, and statements of cash flow.
• Month-End and Year-End Close: Coordinate and complete the month-end and year-end closing processes efficiently.
• Internal Controls: Develop, document, and enforce business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls. The Controller will be responsible for vendor management.
• Compliance: Manage and comply with local, state, and federal government reporting requirements and tax filings.

Financial Analysis and Strategy (Financial Analyst Functions):

• Budgeting and Forecasting: Lead the company's budgeting, financial forecasting, and long-range planning processes.
• Reporting: Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting for Clients as needed utilizing data from the ERP system and financial records. Cash reporting has a set rhythm with weekly and monthly updates. The Controller will also report during S3 Board meetings.
• Performance Analysis: Analyze financial data to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement. Produce management reports, scorecards, and dashboards for stakeholders.
• Cost Management: Monitor expenditures and perform cost-benefit analysis to identify and implement cost-saving measures and improve operational efficiency.
• Strategic Guidance: Provide financial insights and strategic recommendations to senior leadership to guide decision-making and support the company's strategic goals.
• Financial Modeling: Develop and maintain financial models to support business scenarios, new initiatives, and capital expenditure decisions.
• Cash Flow Management: Monitor and evaluate the company's cash flow and develop strategies to optimize working capital.

Qualifications

• Experience: [5 ] years of progressive experience in accounting and finance, with a demonstrated history of both controller and financial analysis functions.
• Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. CPA or CMA designation is highly preferred.
• Technical Skills:

o Deep understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and regulatory reporting requirements.

o Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (e.g., pivot tables, VLOOKUP, financial modeling).

o Experience with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, NetSuite) and business intelligence tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).

• Leadership and Communication: Exceptional communication and leadership skills with the ability to present complex financial information clearly to both financial and non-financial audiences.
• Analytical Abilities: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen attention to detail.
• Soft Skills: Must be highly organized, self-motivated, and able to manage multiple priorities effectively in a fast-paced environment.