What are the responsibilities and job description for the Controller position at HARRIS FEEDING CO?
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Description
Job Summary:
The primary responsibility of the Controller will be to plan and direct the accounting processes and internal controls of the company,
which includes supervising the accounting staff and delivering timely financial information to meet internal and external
requirements. In addition to regular accountabilities, the Controller will be expected to utilize critical thinking skills in order to
develop and evaluate detailed reports, projections and other analysis to support executive management. This position will report to
the Division Controller.
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Oversee the accounting operations of the company (general ledger, inventory, accounts receivable and accounts payable).
- Manage staff deadlines and close schedules to deliver timely month-end and year-end closes.
- Maintain general ledger supporting work papers.
- Analyze general ledger and other business data for accuracy and dependability.
- Maintain capital project reporting structure to track and report status.
- Evaluate business processes and internal controls to recommend improvements.
- Maintain detailed business process, control and training documentation.
- Support all aspects of the company’s budgeting, forecasting and monitoring programs to improve organizational decisionmaking.
- Support cash flow and major project analysis; external audit, tax and compliance requirements; execution of strategic plans
- to meet company-wide objectives.
- Maintain confidentiality and protect sensitive business information.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Required Skills/Abilities:
- In depth knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
- Ability to develop a team to meet objectives and adapt to growth, innovation and change.
- Commitment to meeting deadlines and delivering high quality work; sense of urgency and willingness to be hands on with
- tasks.
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel and solid understanding of technology to be more efficient.
- Detail-oriented with strong communication and leadership skills.
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field required.
- Ten years or more of professional experience.
- Five years or more experience managing people.
- Professional certification and/or further education is a plus.
- Physical Requirements:
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Excellent Benefits:
- Health, dental, vision, life coverage, paid sick leave, vacation, and 401(k) plan.
Harris Ranch Feeding Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates are evaluated and selected based on their qualifications for the job in question. We do not base our employment decisions on employee's or applicant's citizenship, race, age, color, sex, religion, natural origin, sexual orientation, handicap, or disability, marital status, veteran status, reproductive health decision-making, or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law.
Salary : $100,000 - $130,000