Controller

Skill Level:  7 – 10 years’ experience in Accounting/Finance, including 3-4 years in managerial role 

JOB DESCRIPTION: The Controller position is responsible for the accounting operations of the company, to include the production of periodic financial reports, maintenance of an adequate system of accounting records, and a comprehensive set of controls designed to mitigate risk, enhance the accuracy of the company's reported financial results, and ensure that reported results comply with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).    

The Controller must have solid communication, technology, analytical and management skills. Should possess knowledge of all aspects of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).  

RESPONSIBILITIES and DUTIES: 

• Ensure accurate and timely reporting of all financial data. 
• Develop and maintain accounting practices and procedures to ensure that all financial documents are accurate in a timely manner. 
• Develop and implement processes that facilitate collection, verifying and reporting of all financial data. 
• Develop and implement new processes and procedures to enhance the workflow and productivity of the department. 
• Maintain accounting staff by recruiting, selecting, training and supervising employees. 
• Maintain accounting staff job results by setting expectations, coaching, counseling, and disciplining employees; planning, monitoring, and appraising job results. 
• Ensure that all work is distributed and completed in an accurate and timely manner. 
• Advise staff on the handling of routine and non-routine financial reporting transactions. 
• Collaborate with accounting staff to support and enable department to meet overall goals and objectives of the company. 
• Collaborate with other managers and personnel of the company to provide support and establish workflows that can gain synergies between departments to meet overall goals and objectives of the company. 
• Present financial reporting and potential risk areas to senior management. 
• Participate in special projects and other company initiatives to meet overall goals and objectives of the company. 
• Regulate internal controls to maintain financial security. 
• Protect company’s privacy, integrity, and value by keeping information confidential. 
• Use educational and professional resources to enhance knowledge and skillset. 
• Ensure the company is in compliance with federal, state and local legal, tax and licensing requirements by studying existing and new legislation, enforcing adherence to requirements, filing required reports and advising management on needed actions. 

 QUALIFICATION and SKILLS:  

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance or a related field. 
• Certified Public Accountant desired 
• Minimum of 7 – 10 years’ experience in accounting/finance. 
• Knowledge of accounting principles, standards, regulations, laws, and practices. 
• Excellent numeracy and mental math skills. 
• High organization and attention to detail. 
• Advanced computer skills and proficiency in MS Office Suite, accounting databases and software. 
• Strong Performance Management.