JOB TITLE: Controller
Description:
The Controller is responsible for leading in financial reporting to internal and external users, and the creation of new accounting processes and value creation efforts aimed at operations.
Job Responsibilities:
Be intentional with your impact on our culture.
Build relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Prepare monthly financial reporting package, Board of Director reports, analyze financial data, and present findings to the Senior Leadership Team.
Oversee and maintain sound financial and operational processes in a multi-location environment by implementing process improvements, providing location level training, and creating resource materials.
Make recommendations towards sound business decisions while ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.
Oversee the month-end close process and analysis of results.
Oversee compliance filing processes associated with Sales Tax, IFTA, Personal Property, etc.
Liaise with external auditors for year-end financial statement audits as well as compliance audits.
Assist in interpreting financial results and lead periodic financial reviews with location and area level management.
Work directly with Business systems manager in maintaining and improving processes within operational systems.
Assist in overseeing processes and controls surrounding inventory management including annual and cycle counts.
In coordination with the Internal Audit Manager, establish, implement, and monitor appropriate internal controls to ensure conformance and compliance with GAAP and other statutory requirements.
Oversee budget process, including revenues, expenses and preparation of the budget, etc.
Other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Ability to effectively collaborate with other team members.
Proven leadership qualities.
The ability to set and execute a strategic vision.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Prioritization skills to ensure transactional tasks don't overtake strategic tasks.
Demonstrated experience using business models, budget comparisons and forecasting.
Demonstrates high moral and ethical standards.
Thorough understanding of internal controls and audit requirements.
Well-organized and able to collaborate with other team members and senior executives.
Comprehensive knowledge of GAAP, including consolidation and joint venture accounting.
A strong knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, including a sound understanding of financial forecasting.
Sound computer skills, including strong abilities with Microsoft Excel & Office applications.
Education and Certificates:
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting required.
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or working towards.
4+ Years of progressing accounting experience.
Physical Requirements:
Physical Work Requirements - Light: exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally.
Repetitive motion associated with operating a computer and other office equipment.
Inside, climate-controlled working conditions.
Occasional travel and outdoor working conditions.