Controller

Job Title:  Controller    

Department:   Finance

FLSA Status:  Exempt  

SUMMARY

Responsible for directing the company’s accounting functions including the accurate and timely dissemination of financial analysis and reporting in addition to establishing/maintaining the company’s accounting principles, practices, procedures, and initiatives. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Obtain and maintain a thorough understanding of the financial reporting and general ledger structure. 
• Ensure an accurate and timely monthly, quarterly and year end close. 
• Ensure the timely reporting of all monthly financial information. 
• Ensure the accurate and timely processing of positive pay transactions. 
• Ensure the monthly and quarterly Bank Compliance activities are performed in a timely and accurate manner. 
• Manages Tax related issues and reporting
• Supports budget and forecasting activities. 
• Collaborates with the other finance department managers to support overall department goals and objectives. 
• Monitors and analyzes department work to develop more efficient procedures and use of resources while maintaining a high level of accuracy. 
• Advises staff regarding the handling of non-routine reporting transactions. 
• Supervise the general ledger group to ensure all financial reporting deadlines are met. 
• Assist in development and implementation of new procedures and features to enhance the workflow of the department. 
• Provide training to new and existing staff as needed. 
• Handle personnel issues relating to staff conflicts, absenteeism, performance issues, etc. 
• Work with each direct report to establish goals and objectives for each year and monitor and advise on the progress to enhance the professional development of staff. 
• Coordinate and manage all statutory audit process, including working with outside auditors
• Design, establish, and maintain an organizational structure and staffing to effectively accomplish the department's goals and objectives. 
• Develop, establish, and maintain a system of controls to safeguard company assets and ensure a fundamental framework of internal control exists. 
• Responds to CFO as assigned with accurate and timely work to facilitate department needs.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES: The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  

• Extensive knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles, internal control systems, and financial reporting and analysis.
• Must have strong computer skills including knowledge of computer financial applications and proficiency in Word and Excel/Sheets.
• Requires effective oral/presentation and written communication skills including the ability to present ideas, and/or facts and recommendations effectively.
• Interpersonal and team skills with ability to professionally interact with all levels of personnel required.
• Ability to manage groups through project implementation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.  
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to multitask.    

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE

• A bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or related field required. 
• Prior experience as an Assistant Controller or Controller preferred.
• Prior experience in a manufacturing and distribution business required.
• Prior experience with SAP and Hyperion preferred
• Any equivalent combination of education, experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Certified Public Accountant

This description reflects the principal functions of the job for the purpose of job evaluation.  It should not be construed as a detailed description of all work requirements of the job nor shall be construed as giving exclusive responsibility for every function described.