Controller, Manufacturing and Retail

Tri Star Sports and Entertainment Group is a renowned business management and family office firm serving high net-worth clients in the sports and entertainment industry. Tri Star provides comprehensive financial and advisory services including accounting, tax, tour management and wealth preservation strategy. We foster a culture of professionals who are committed to super serving our clients and their trusted advisors. Tri Star seeks to employ innovative methods to provide the highest level of accounting and business management services.  We create a financial foundation and path to sustain growth and stability which allows our clients to focus on their fullest professional and personal goals. 

Position Summary

The Controller or Senior Accountant, Manufacturing is responsible for the accuracy of all financials and ensures deadlines are promptly met. This role is an internal, non-client facing but client-servicing role, and works in a collaborative partnership with the Business Management (BM) team and other specialty departments to super-serve the Tri Star client. This is an elevated position and requires exceptional organizational skills, initiative, and the ability to complete multiple projects in a deadline driven environment. The Controller must be able to communicate effectively and understand the need to work in an integrated manner within the department for the purpose of meeting goals, objectives, and knowledge. 

Job Essentials, Responsibilities, Duties

• Oversee the preparation of financial reporting packages (annual, quarterly, monthly, and weekly deliverables) within required due dates.
• Oversee tax work paper preparation; liaise with the tax team to provide necessary data for the completion of all tax processes.
• Sign off on 1099 reports before tax team reviews.
• Review a client’s financial statements and supporting documents for accuracy and completeness.
• Reconcile client’s annual payroll to GL and ensure that all payroll Federal and state compliance is met.
• Review and maintain client’s accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and general ledger transactions, including any associated vendor or customer contracts.
• Review insurance renewals, ensure coverage and explain risk assessment.
• Review and approve monthly commission reports.
• Review or complete ad hoc financial projects & reporting and work with cross-functional teams as needed.
• Develop budgets and forecasts, oversee monthly budget to actual reporting, and ensure that these reports are sent regularly to clients.
• Develop and maintain internal controls, manage audits, and ensure compliance with tax regulations and GAAP for client accounts. 
• Ensure accurate and up-to-date information is maintained within operating systems in an organized and retrievable manner.
• Establish financial and operating metrics to measure performance.
• Offer improvements to company standards, policies, and procedures to align with best business practices.
• Stay up to date with training courses to address gaps between current skill sets and required competencies.
• Assist in training, developing, or educating accounting teams. 
• Establish strong working relationships with Tri Star Sports & Entertainment team, leveraging internal and external resources where appropriate to meet Client’s needs.
• Ensure diligent implementation of Tri Star and client policies and procedures.

Specific Job Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Experience using NetSuite and highly proficient Excel skills are required
• Experience using QuickBooks preferred
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact across the organization
• Extremely detail-oriented to create accurate and timely reports
• Strong work ethic with a positive attitude and a fit with the company’s culture and values
• Understands the need to work in an integrated manner with other members of the department in furtherance of goals, objectives, and perception
• Able to share ideas, innovations, and best practices that benefit others with the ability to work in an integrated manner with other members of the department in furtherance of goals, objectives, and perception
• Promotes teamwork both internally and externally, developing staff through coaching, mentoring, and training

Qualifications

• Ability to reliably commute and report to the Tri Star office
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or business related field    
• 7 years of relevant professional experience in business management, family office, and/or high net worth client services industries 
• Experience in a variety of industries, including manufacturing, retail, or cosmetics, preferred
• Must have extensive hands-on experience applying US GAAP in financial reporting, audits, and reconciliations
• CPA or similar designation required

WHAT WE OFFER

• A collaborative, team oriented working environment
• Exposure to unique projects in a variety of industries
• Opportunities to contribute ideas and propose solutions alongside industry leading experts 
• Competitive salary and benefits
• Encouraged work/life balance, including generous time off policies

At Tri Star, you will have the opportunity to work in fast-paced, ever evolving environment with dedicated professionals. As an integral part of our team, you help drive the company’s success and help bring our client’s vision to life, while having support to develop your skillset and grow professionally. If you thrive in high-pressure situations and are passionate about providing white glove service to clients, we would love to hear from you.

Tri Star Core Values

PERFORMANCE:                 We provide clients with excellent reporting and service

HONEST & INTEGRITY:      We are transparent and accountable, always being truthful to staff and clients

TEAMWORK:                      We actively participate in group discussions, tasks, and projects

COMMITMENT:                  We are dedicated to our roles within Tri Star, the core values of the firm and the clients

TECHNOLOGY:                    We seek to capitalize on innovative technologies and contribute to positive change in the firm

This job description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all requirements of this position.

The salary offered to an applicant will be based on individual qualifications, skills, experience and education. The pay range is subject to change at any time based on various internal and external factors. This position is also eligible for performance-based bonuses and competitive benefits.