What are the responsibilities and job description for the Controller position at Jones Power?
The Controller will report directly to the CFO and play a critical leadership role within the finance team. This position is responsible for overseeing all financial reporting, treasury management, internal controls, and compliance activities while managing Payroll and Accounts Payable functions. The Controller will also support strategic planning, project accounting, and operational excellence across the organization.
Key Responsibilities
- Report directly to the CFO and oversee Payroll and Accounts Payable (AP) functions.
- Lead and manage the team to ensure timely and accurate completion of all accounting responsibilities.
- Lead and own the monthly close process, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timeliness.
- Manage and prepare financial reporting for internal stakeholders and external partners.
- Oversee treasury functions, working closely with Operations and Support teams to optimize cash flow and liquidity.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for the year-end audit and manage all audit processes.
- Manage and ensure compliance with all tax activities, including federal, state, and local tax reporting requirements.
- Maintain and manage the internal control matrix to safeguard assets and ensure process integrity, including NetSuite authorizations and Ramp workflows.
- Collaborate directly with the CFO and Leadership Team on the annual planning process and provide updates to forecasts as needed.
- Support the business with detailed CapEx process management and reporting.
- Manage project accounting activities, ensuring accurate tracking, reporting, and allocation of costs.
- Develop, update, and own all financial policies, ensuring compliance and communicating changes effectively across the organization.
- Coordinate internal and external insurance relationships, including policy renewals, reporting, and managing surety capacity.
Qualifications
- Education & Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business.
- CPA designation or public accounting experience preferred but not required.
- Project accounting experience is required.
- Strong understanding of financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and internal controls.
- Experience managing audits, tax compliance, and treasury functions.
- Proficiency with financial systems and tools; NetSuite experience is a plus.
- Leadership & Soft Skills:
- Demonstrated leadership experience with the ability to manage and develop a team.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate across departments and with external partners.