Controller

MicroAire Surgical Instruments LLC

As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings—which is backed by Berkshire Hathaway—you’ll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We’re committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone’s empowered to be their best.

About MicroAire

MicroAire Surgical Instruments, a mid-sized medical device company in Charlottesville Virginia, is seeking a Controller who, reporting directly to the VP of Finance & IT, will be the key accounting and financial reporting authority for the company. MicroAire is one of five companies within the medical group of

Marmon Holdings, a part of Berkshire Hathaway, Inc.

We strive to create a culture of inclusion, where everyone feels welcomed, valued, and empowered so that you may flourish within a small company experience that will allow you to see your personal impact on the organization, while also having the financial security and development opportunities provided by the 8th largest company in the world.

About The Job

The Controller is the key accounting and financial reporting authority, and together with the VP of Finance & IT, ensuring the overall accuracy, timeliness and completeness of the financial information for financial reporting and fiscal responsibility. The Controller directs the development of, and adherence to, the organization’s accounting principles, practices, policies, procedures, and internal controls. This role, directs general and proprietary accounting, cost accounting, budgetary control, payroll and travel expense, and manages and mentors an effective Accounting Team. The Controller Appraises operational results in terms of revenue, costs, budgets, operation policies, trends and increased profit opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

• Directs an effective and efficient month-end close process and preparation of accurate monthly/quarterly/annual consolidated financial statements including analysis, commentary, and supporting documentation.
• Reviews monthly detail of the financial results of the various legal entities.
• Ensures financial results are fairly stated in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and regulatory requirements.
• Establishes strong relationships with inter-departmental co-workers and serves as the accounting and financial reporting resource.
• Develops and implements strong internal controls around accounting, financial, operational and business processes that protect MicroAire’s assets and profitability. Complies with and builds upon the Management Company’s (Marmon Holdings) policies.
• Oversees Accounts Payable, Payroll and Travel & Expense. Coordinates with Payroll Administrator to ensure timely, accurate and compliant payroll and related taxes/benefits. Directs T&E policy and related systems/tools (Concur) and travel agencies.
• Oversees state sales and use tax reporting and compliance.
• Coordinates with external and internal auditors for all audit requirements including support of periodic reviews, responses to internal audit memos, and preparation for annual financial audit activities. Manages the annual financial audit including coordinating the annual “Comments & Observations Memo”, footnotes, and recommendations for procedural improvements.
• Coordinates with Marmon Holdings tax team and third-party tax advisors to support Federal, state, and local tax return preparation and related compliance requirements, including IRS, state, or local tax audits. Additionally, coordinates with Marmon Holdings and completes information requests to ensure appropriate accounting for income taxes in MicroAire’s financial statements.
• Works with Regulatory and Compliance Departments to ensure requirements are met as it relates to accounting matters.
• Works closely with Manufacturing and Supply Chain to ensure proper recordkeeping of inventory and cost of goods sold. Ensures adequate controls are established and followed to manage the Company’s inventories including valuations, impairment and costing.
• Works closely with Customer Services and Sales to ensure proper record keeping of revenue and receivables. Ensures adequate controls are established and followed to manage the Company’s receivables and revenue recognition.
• Supports the process of budget and forecast preparation and analysis including balance sheet, income statement, and cash flow.
• Works with Accounting Manager to ensure the Company’s liabilities are paid timely and adequate controls are in place to support proper payment.
• Regularly audits the MicroAire financial and control systems worldwide, scrutinizes financial activities and details such as reserve levels of international subsidiaries.
• Maintains documentation of organizational policies and procedures, federal and state policies and directives, and current accounting standards.
  
  

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting. CPA and/or master’s degree in business, Accounting or Finance preferred.
• 8 years of experience in a senior-level finance or accounting position with a focus in the manufacturing industry; at least 2-3 years’ experience working in public accounting. Prior leadership experience is required. Experience managing and mentoring accounting teams.
• Knowledge of finance, budgeting, cost accounting, cost control, internal control, and accounting principles including Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and International Financial Reporting Systems.
• Ability to analyze financial data and prepare financial reports, statements and projections.
• Knowledge of automated financial and accounting reporting systems and enterprise resource systems; Epicor preferred.
• Experience in dealing with audits including internal, external, and financial internal control audits, regulatory, payroll, sales & use tax.
• Knowledge of federal and state regulations.
• Due to our recent purchase of a small company in France, fluency in French would be a plus.
  
  

Benefits

• Compensation commensurate with experience
• 401K with company match
• Medical/Dental/Vision
• Vacation & Paid Holidays
• Connection with Marmon Holdings companywide initiatives
  
  

Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to careers@marmon.com, and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.