What are the responsibilities and job description for the Division Controller position at Morris Group, Inc.?
Job Requisition ID#: 818A
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About Us:
Morris Group, Inc., one of the largest machine tool distribution networks in North America, is a third generation, family owned and operated business that serves manufacturers of precision machined parts in the United States and Europe. It is distinguished by its reputation for providing excellent customer service, longtime partnerships with leading equipment builders, and financial strength. Morris Group’s history dates to 1941 with the founding of The Robert E. Morris Company which continues to thrive today as one of Morris Group’s twenty independently managed operating divisions.
What we are looking for:
We are seeking a highly motivated and thorough professional to join our finance team as the Divisional Controller for our largest business unit (Okuma Tower). In this role, you will play a pivotal part in ensuring the completeness of financial reporting, driving operational improvements, and leading ad hoc special projects for the Okuma Tower Vice President of Finance.
Essential Functions:
- Assist in the timely and accurate completion of month-end and year-end closing activities.
- Complete and analyze monthly financial documents including balance sheet and profit/loss statements.
- Ensure that all general ledger accounts are reconciled to division records on a monthly basis for Okuma Tower subsidiaries.
- Handle the accounts receivables, accounts payables, billing and general ledger teams.
- Review monthly commission statements for Okuma Tower subsidiaries.
- Lead and coordinate audit requirements for external auditors (financial and tax related).
- Partner with the operating presidents of the subsidiaries.
- Assist with monthly and annual forecasting/budgeting.
- Process Improvement:
- Evaluate existing financial processes and find opportunities for streamlining and automation.
- Implement standard methodologies to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of financial workflows.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement initiatives throughout the finance department.
- Build and maintain process documentation to ensure consistency and compliance.
- Work closely with the VP of Finance on special projects and pivotal initiatives, providing financial insights and analytical support.
- Lead and contribute to various projects aimed at improving financial controls, risk management, and overall operational efficiency.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA designation preferred.
- Validated experience in accounting or finance roles, with a focus on process improvement.
- Direct management/supervisory experience preferred.
- Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with individuals and groups.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to present sophisticated financial information to non-financial stakeholders.
- Proficient in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite, with advanced Excel skills.
- Ability to manage several priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Benefits:
We take great pride in our employees and offer a variety of benefits that allow our employees to be successful inside and outside of work:
- Competitive starting salary
- Paid Time Off, starting with 23 paid days off in your first year.
- Comprehensive Health Benefits including, a zero premium heath insurance option, medical, vision, dental and life insurance
- 10 Company Paid Holidays
- 401(k) retirement plan with company contribution
- Tuition reimbursement
- Employee appreciation events and perks
- Employee Assistance Program
Mental and physical requirements:
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Must be highly mobile, able to access all areas of the premises.
- Ability to concentrate and remain focused while prioritizing multiple tasks, responsibilities, and projects.
- Ability to sit for prolonged period of times.
- Able to perform bending, twisting, stooping, reaching, and lifting of moderate to heavyweight material up to 50 lbs. with assistance from equipment or other employees.
- Ability to frequently use hands and arms.
- Vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
- Ability to keep their composure with the public and co-workers in everyday, stressful situations.
Morris Group, Inc., including all operating subsidiaries, is an Equal Opportunity Employer-M/F/Veteran/Disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected class.
Windsor, CT
