Controller

Sapphire Gas Solutions LLC (Sapphire) is a national leader in the engineering, design, implementation, and execution of turnkey projects that delivers Renewable Natural Gas (RNG), Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG), Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) to pipeline operators, agriculture customers, as well as heavy industrial customers throughout the United States. Sapphire is an industry leader who keeps our Core Values at the forefront of everything we do.  Sapphire is a Safety-First focused company with Accountability, Teamwork, Integrity, Entrepreneurship, Excellence, and Respect, integrated into everything we do.

The Controller will oversee the operations of the Accounting Department, which include accounts payable, accounts receivable and bank reconciliations. Manage the accounting department, ensure accurate financial reporting, and implement internal controls to safeguard company assets. Will play a key role in financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting. This position will report to the Vice President of Accounting.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Maintain a documented system of accounting policies and procedures; implement a system of controls over accounting transactions to minimize risk.
• Oversee the building and scaling of a high-quality accounting team.
• Oversee the production of periodic financial reports; ensure that the reported results comply with generally accepted accounting principles or international financial reporting standards.
• Work with external auditors and provide information for the annual audit.
• Coordinate and prepare internal and external financial statements.
• Assess current accounting operations, offer recommendations for improvement and implement new processes.
• Facilitate merger and acquisition activities.
• Manage Federal & State Taxes, Property Taxes, Sales & Use Taxes, Fuel Taxes & more.
• Develop and monitor financial performance metrics.
• Oversee regulatory reporting, frequently including tax planning and compliance.
• Performs other related duties as necessary or assigned.

Qualifications include, but are not limited to:

• Bachelor’s in Accounting or Finance. CPA highly preferred.
• 5 years in Accounting.
• Natural Gas Transportation, Energy and/or Oil & Gas Industry experience preferred.
• Deep understanding of GAAP, internal controls & financial reporting requirements.
• Proficiency in financial software & ERP systems (QuickBooks, Oracle, etc.).
  • Microsoft Dynamics 365 & Business Central products strongly preferred,
• Experience with Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
  • Advanced knowledge of Excel preferred.
• Experience managing the audit process.
• Experience with the design of work processes and procedures, and training personnel.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work independently and multitask in a fast-paced, detailed environment.