Controller, CPA Preferred

Polaris Direct is a nationally acclaimed direct marketing and printing company specializing in high-volume 1:1 mail campaigns for Fortune 500 companies and agencies. Polaris Direct was founded in 2003 as a woman-owned company and enjoys an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau.

Job title: Controller

Reports to: President & COO

Job purpose

The Controller provides leadership, supervision, management and guidance over all functions of the accounting department and its staff, to include general ledger maintenance, billing, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and payroll.

Duties and responsibilities

• Establishes, implements, and maintains prudent internal controls throughout the company
• Prepares monthly and annual financial statements
• Coordinates annual financial statement review and tax return preparation with external CPA firm
• Plans and forecasts the company’s financial performance
• Analyzes and reports on variances, conducts profitability analyses, and makes financial presentation to ownership      monthly
• Maintains and reconciles company bank accounts, and forecasts operating cash flow
• Oversees bi-weekly payroll processing
• Administers the company 401(k) plan
• Maintains a working relationship with the company’s primary bank and lenders
• Administers and obtains renewal quotes on company liability insurance policies
• Serves as a trusted colleague for the management team, contributing to an environment of collaboration
• Provides accounting services for any ancillary entities

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in accounting/finance
• CPA preferred 
• Five years of experience in corporate accounting/finance
• Supervisory experience 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong Excel skills

Working Conditions

This position requires the ability to work in a fast paced and ever-changing environment while demonstrating accuracy and thoroughness. It requires the ability to work cooperatively with multiple departments in house. It requires the ability to be accommodating, communicative yet firm when needed. This position requires you to complete HIPAA certification and demonstrate full comprehension of your understanding of the importance of protecting client and company information. Additionally, this position requires you to be open to accepting feedback and be comfortable in a team environment and resilient in the face of adversity. 

Benefits Information

Polaris Direct offers a comprehensive benefits package and 401(k) plan.