What are the responsibilities and job description for the Financial Controller position at Addison Group?
Key Responsibilities:
- Contribute to the development and improvement of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for areas such as purchase orders, operational workflows, and process enhancements.
- Ensure adherence to GASB Accounting standards, guaranteeing the accuracy of financial reports and compliance with relevant regulatory frameworks.
- Utilize QuickBooks for managing a range of accounting activities, including transaction processing, financial reporting, and auditing tasks.
- Actively participate in both internal and external audit processes, ensuring all financial records meet both internal policies and external regulatory requirements.
- Oversee the management of fund accounting activities, ensuring the accurate tracking and reporting of financial resources and allocations.
- Conduct thorough analysis and assessments of projects, programs, policies, and procedures using a strong understanding of organizational and management strategies.
- Administer payroll functions, ensuring that employee payments are processed timely and accurately.
- Oversee employee benefits programs, including health insurance, retirement plans, and other employee-related offerings.
- Evaluate and implement new accounting software and tools to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
- Lead remote teams with transparency, fostering a collaborative and productive environment.
- Identify skills gaps within teams and organize training initiatives to support employee growth and improve organizational knowledge.
- Ensure the organization complies with all federal, state, and local employment laws, along with any applicable regulations.
- Review, negotiate, and finalize contracts to ensure they meet company standards and legal requirements.
- Handle sensitive financial and employee information with the utmost discretion and professionalism.
Qualifications:
- Experience in the real estate industry is a plus, though not a requirement.
- A minimum of 10 years of experience in a Controller-level position within an organization.
- Proven experience in leading and motivating small remote teams.
- Strong proficiency in QuickBooks, with a deep understanding of fund accounting practices.
- In-depth knowledge of GASB Accounting standards.
- Familiarity with audit procedures and a solid understanding of compliance with both internal and external audit requirements.
- Excellent organizational skills with a focus on process improvement and business optimization.
- Exceptional attention to detail, ensuring the highest levels of accuracy and compliance.
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work autonomously or collaboratively within a team setting.
