Career Opportunity
Controller
Controller
We are partnering with a newly purchased, PE backed organization looking to add a Controller to their team.
We are partnering with a newly purchased, PE backed organization looking to add a Controller to their team.
The Controller is responsible for the oversight of the day‐to‐day accounting operations, the monthly close process, financial statement preparation, analyses, regulatory reporting, as well as the strategic financial planning and reporting. The position requires knowledge of all aspects of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP). The Controller is a key member of the organization’s leadership team.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Full ownership and accountability for all aspects of the accounting operations including daily cash management, accounts receivable and invoicing, accounts payable, general ledger maintenance, fixed asset subledgers and account reconciliations.
- Performs weekly cash flow forecast and intercompany cash activities.
- Prepares financial statements and supporting schedules according to monthly close schedule in accordance with GAAP reporting.
- Responsible for Intercompany reconciliation process.
- Responsible for regulatory reporting, including local business taxes.
- Supports annual financial audit.
- Safeguards the Company’s assets through establishing, monitoring, and reviewing effective internal controls.
- Lead annual strategy, annual budget and forecasting, monthly estimates, and monthly business reviews in partnership with the President and executive team members.
- Drive automation, efficiency, and scalability initiatives to meet growth requirements.
- Lead and manage at team.
- Perform additional projects/duties to support ongoing business needs
COMPETENCIES
- Solid understanding of US GAAP accounting principles and financial analysis including an advanced understanding revenue recognition and lease accounting
- Strong communication both written and oral skills
- Ability and willingness to be hands‐on and dive into the detail
- Demonstrated track record in building and developing superior finance teams with best practices in a high‐growth, high change environment
- Analytical and problem‐solving skills
- Continuous process improvement mindset
- · Advanced Excel skills and comprehension
- High attention to detail and ability to work within stringent deadlines
- Ability to interact and influence direct and indirect reports and peers
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in accounting or finance
- CPA license or equivalent certification preferred
- 7+ years progressive financial management experience
- 3+ years of supervisory experience in finance
- Solid financial, analytical, and business acumen
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