Accounting Controller

Accounting Controller

Department: Finance

Reports To: COO

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Accounting Controller to oversee our accounting team and accounting and finance processes. The Accounting Controller will be responsible for overseeing the accounting operations of the company, including the production of periodic financial reports, maintenance of an adequate system of accounting records, and a comprehensive set of controls and budgets designed to mitigate risk. This role will ensure the accuracy of the company's reported financial results and ensure that reported results comply with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).

Responsibilities:

• Oversee the operations of the accounting department, including the design of an organizational structure adequate for achieving the department's goals and objectives.
• Manage the accounting team employees, including performance and job related duties
• Maintain a documented system of accounting policies and procedures.
• Manage outsourced functions.
• Manage the Company’s general ledger
• Manager the month-end close and reconciliation process
• Oversee the accounting operations of the company, especially the control systems, transaction-processing operations, and policies and procedures and ensure GAAP compliance.
• Ensure the timely and accurate preparation of financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.
• Coordinate the preparation of the company annual report.
• Recommend benchmarks against which to measure the performance of company operations.
• Calculate and issue financial and operating metrics.
• Manage the production of the annual budget and forecasts.
• Calculate variances from the budget and report significant issues to the Executive Officers.
• Provide financial analyses as needed
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal government reporting requirements and tax filings.
• Coordinate the provision of information to external auditors for the annual audit.
• Monitor debt levels and compliance with debt covenants.
• Comply with local, state, and federal government reporting requirements and tax filings.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA or CMA preferred.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of progressively responsible experience in accounting or finance.
• Proven experience as a Controller or similar role.
• Thorough knowledge of accounting principles and procedures.
• Experience with creating financial statements.
• Experience with general ledger functions and the month-end/year-end close process.
• Excellent accounting software user and administration skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Benefits:

Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.

Retirement savings plan.

Unlimited PTO and holidays.

Professional development opportunities.