What are the responsibilities and job description for the Controller position at Conexus?
Our client, in partnership with Conexus Recruiting, seeks a talented Controller to join their Corporate Finance and Accounting Team. This is an excellent role to have visibility with VP and C-level executives.
For the talented Corporate Accounting professional who wants to work at a very stable environment with a very stable workforce an excellent work/life balance, then this might very well be the role for you.
Job Title: Controller
Location: near Chatsworth, California
Job Status (direct hire, consulting, consulting with possibility of hire) – This role is a direct hire role.
Job Site Status (onsite/hybrid/remote) – Our client has a hybrid work schedule of two (2) days/week after an initial training period.
Compensation – Salary range is $160,000 to $180,000/year. Our client offers health insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid time off (PTO), amongst other benefits.
RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE CONTROLLER
Accounting
- Oversee month-end closes of the General Ledger (G/L).
- Prepare balance sheet reconciliations monthly.
- Maintain accurate financial records and statements for numerous management company entities.
- Manage a team of accounting professionals.
Financial Reporting
- Establish Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s) to improve financial reporting processes.
- Generate financial statements for upper management.
- Provide financial updates to senior leadership.
Accounting Operations
- Spearhead finance transformation initiatives with each of the divisional accounting teams.
- Conduct technical accounting research as it relates to each of the division businesses.
Compliance and Controls
- Support executives with all external audits, including preparing necessary documentation and answering all questions.
- Ensure all accounting processes follow Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
Miscellaneous
- Mange audit and tax preparation with external firms.
- Accept all relevant tasks as given by upper management.
QUALIFICATIONS OF THE CONTROLLER
Required
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a comparable major.
- At least ten (10) years of progressive accounting experience.
- At least five (5) years of supervisory/managerial experience.
- Current or prior employment at a manufacturing and/or distribution-oriented company
Preferred
- CPA
- Prior work experience at a public accounting firm before transitioning to private industry.
- Current or prior employment at a startup company or a company with less than $100 million in annual revenue
SKILLS OF THE CONTROLLER
Required
Technical
- Proficiency with QuickBooks
Interpersonal
- Self-starter who can take the initiative and work with minimum supervision.
- Superb analytical and critical thinking skills.
- Excellent project management skills
- Attention to detail and accuracy.
- Impeccable communication skills.
For further information, submit your resume to mark.w@conexusrecruiting.com. All inquiries will be kept in the strictest confidence.
Salary : $160,000 - $180,000
