Controller

Company Description

Team Modern is a family of businesses headquartered in Somerset, KY. With over 50 years of family ownership, our diverse portfolio of business divisions is dynamic and growing – serving business clients in areas such as warehouse distribution, break room services, graphic design, and field service. Our relaxed but driven environment is ideal for candidates who are looking to make a material impact at their workplace.

We are seeking a skilled and driven Controller to manage our financial operations and partner with leadership to ensure informed decision-making and long-term financial success. This role plays a critical part in our mission of "Creating Better Experiences...The Modern Way."

Position Purpose:

As Controller, you will oversee all aspects of financial reporting and planning, manage the accounting team, and contribute to the company’s strategic growth. You will serve as a trusted financial advisor to the Executive Team and foster a collaborative environment aligned with Team Modern’s values: Optimistic Energy, Fairness, Teamwork, Customer Focus, and Gratitude.

Key Responsibilities

-Financial Leadership:

• Oversee financial reporting, ensuring accuracy and compliance with applicable standards.
• Facilitate month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Management of Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Fixed Assets and General Ledger processes
• Presentation of financial results to the Executive Team monthly and to the Board quarterly.
• Oversee system of controls over accounting transactions.
• Management of corporate cash position.
• Manage the relationship with outside CPA firms for tax and financial review processes.

-Planning & Analysis:

• Assist in the creation and modification of the annual financial plan.
• Review performance-to-plan results to measure success and identify improvement areas.
• Conduct monthly financial reviews with Division Leaders, offering insights and recommendations to support their operations.
• Identify accounting and financial issues and suggest appropriate solutions.

-Team Management:

• Lead and develop the accounting staff, promoting a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
• Assign, review, and ensure timely completion of team deliverables.

-Other Duties:

• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and government regulations.
• Oversee preparation of monthly sales and excise tax reporting.
• Work with Company Leadership on various projects and initiatives.
• Any additional task assigned by manager; duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.
• Adhere to all company safety policies and guidelines.
• Model and promote Team Modern’s values of Optimistic Energy, Fairness, Teamwork, Customer Focus and Gratitude.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

To excel in this role, the ideal candidate will demonstrate competence in both technical expertise and leadership capabilities.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. CPA or CMA certification preferred.
• 7 years of progressive accounting and financial management experience, including experience in a supervisory role.
• Proven knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and general ledger systems.
• Experience preparing and presenting financial statements and plans.
• Strong proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Excel.

Desired Competencies:

• Sense of ownership and pride in your team’s performance and its impact on the organization.
• Exceptional analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and deliver results.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to convey complex financial data clearly.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a team-oriented mindset.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

Team Modern does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, military and veteran status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, pregnancy, or any other legally protected characteristic; and it will comply with all applicable state discrimination laws. No person will be denied employment solely because of a disability, provided that the person can perform the essential functions of the position for which the person has applied, either with or without reasonable accommodations.