Controller

Our client is seeking a Controller to support efforts in maintaining financial stability and operational efficiency. They are looking for a proactive professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment.

In this role, the Controller will oversee the company’s accounting operations, including the preparation of periodic financial reports, development and upkeep of an effective system of accounting records, and implementation of comprehensive controls and budgets. These efforts aim to mitigate risk, improve the accuracy of financial reporting, and ensure compliance with generally accepted accounting principles.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Responsible for financial management reports including, but not limited to, internal and external monthly financial statements.
• Maintain systems and controls.
• Oversee the accounting functions for the Company.
• Oversee and review the general ledger.
• Perform all bank reconciliations
• Respond to CEO as assigned with accurate and timely work to facilitate all financial needs.
• Maintain banking relationships
• Assist in maintaining appropriate insurance coverage and act as primary liaison with insurance representatives.
• Participate in a wide variety of special projects and compile a variety of special reports.
• Responsible for the supervision and overall performance of the bookkeeper.
• Communicate with co-workers, management, clients, and others in a courteous and professional manner.
• Develop/document and monitor compliance of the Company's accounting policies and procedures in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)
• Liaise with Operation Management team as needed to provide information for forecasting, financial analysis and decision support.
• Manage company cash flow on a day-to-day basis with the ability to produce clear statements of cash flow as well as forecasting future cash needs vs. cash on hand.
• Lead the effort to development, redesign (as needed) and document all key accounting internal controls and processes over financial reporting and accounting.
• Manage all aspects of our annual audit, including quarterly reviews; work directly with the external auditors for accounting and audit matters, provide schedules and documents related to the external audit of the Company's financial statements
• Be the point of contact for all tax compliance matters, including all federal and state returns (prepared by a third party) as well as all sales tax compliance
• Recommend benchmarks against which to measure the performance of company operations
• Calculate variances from the budget and report significant issues to management

Experience You Bring:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting required
• In-depth knowledge of GAAP
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint)
• Strong expertise in QuickBooks Enterprise
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Exceptional attention to detail and adaptability in a fast-paced, growing business environment
• 7 years of increasing responsibility and experience