Controller

Controller Job Description

Position Title: Controller

Reports To: Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Job Overview: The Controller is a vital member of the finance team, primarily responsible for overseeing the daily accounting operations and ensuring timely and accurate month-end closings. This role is crucial in managing key financial functions such as payroll and accounts payable and acts as a primary contact during the annual audit process. The Controller ensures compliance with tax laws and regulations and assists in strategic financial planning and reporting to support the company's growth and financial health.

Key Responsibilities:

• Accounting Management:

• Oversee and manage daily accounting operations, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in all transactions.

• Perform and supervise accounting functions, including ledger maintenance, revenue and asset accounting, and other financial reporting.

• Month-End and Year-End Closing:

• Ensure timely execution of month-end and year-end closing processes.

• Prepare accurate and comprehensive financial statements for senior management review.

• Payroll and Accounts Payable:

• Directly manage and oversee the payroll and accounts payable departments, ensuring compliance with all financial policies and procedures.

• Ensure accurate processing and recording of company's payroll, provide timely and accurate financial information, and supervise data entry payroll processing.

• Audit and Compliance:

• Serve as a key point of contact for external auditors during the annual audit.

• Manage all aspects of audit processes and ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements and internal policies.

• Tax Management:

• Oversee the company's tax planning and compliance with all required federal, state, local, payroll, import, and other applicable taxes.

• Develop and implement effective tax strategies to optimize the company's tax position.

• Financial Software and Systems:

• Serve as a power user of Sage Intacct ERP; capable of developing, recording, and adjusting manual journal entries.

• Utilize financial software to create and manage financial documents and reports, enhancing transparency and accountability.

• Strategic Financial Planning:

• Assist in formulating the company's future direction and supporting tactical initiatives by providing financial insights and analysis.

• Analyze and interpret data to provide senior management with detailed reports and recommendations for improving financial performance.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a Controller or similar role, with comprehensive knowledge of accounting principles and procedures.

• Excellent knowledge of accounting software and databases, with proficiency in Sage Intacct ERP required.

• Strong organizational and leadership skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of working collaboratively across departmental lines.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA or CMA preferred.

Personal Attributes:

• Highly analytical and detail-oriented.

• Proactive, with a hands-on approach to problem-solving.

• Integrity and transparency in handling confidential financial information.

This role offers a unique opportunity to optimize the accounting operations of a dynamic organization, contributing to strategic financial decisions and enhancing overall business performance.