Assistant Controller /Business Services Manager

Assistant Controller/ Business Service Manager

About The Job

As the Assistant Controller/Business Services Manager at our newly formed Renewable Natural Gas company, you will be integral to managing both financial and business service functions. The Assistant Controller/Business Services Manager will play a critical role in establishing expense, procurement and financial reporting programs while developing the financial acumen of our operations organization. This position requires strong leadership skills, an understanding of accounting and vendor management functions as well as the ability to drive a culture of safety and financial performance.

Job Responsibilities

• Oversee the organization's Business Services department, including cross-functional technical administrative staff to ensure the department’s goals and objectives are being met.
• Mentor and develop other employees ensuring alignment with company objectives and safety culture.
• Financial Performance Strategy & Planning: Partner with leadership to develop and implement plans that support financial performance and risk management.
• Provide regular financial reports and updates to management, highlighting budget status and noting ongoing projects and initiatives.
• Compliance & Policies: Ensure adherence to company policy and regulatory requirements.
• Financial Management:
• Budget Preparation and Oversight: Assist in the development of key budgets and ensure monitoring and reporting accordingly.
• Accounts Payable/Receivable: Liaise with corporate AP/AR teams and oversee assigned responsibilities to ensure timely processing of invoices, manage payment schedules, and reconcile accounts.
• Expense Tracking and Reporting: Maintain a detailed record of all expenses, ensuring compliance with corporate policies.
• Production and Commercial Records (Accruals, Invoicing and Royalties): Ensure key monthly financial activity is processed accurately and on schedule. Actively manage and follow up on commercial records, invoicing and royalties.
• Personnel and Payroll Management:
• Employee Records: Oversee the maintenance of personnel records, including personal details, performance evaluations, and employment history.
• Payroll Administration: Manage payroll processing, ensuring accuracy in wage calculations, deductions, and timely distribution of payments. Monitor overtime and paid time off to align with policies and operational requirements.
• Benefits Administration: Assist in the administration of employee benefits, including health, dental, vision, and life insurance plans, as well as 401(k) eligibility and enrollment.
• Purchase Order and Credit Card Expense Management Systems:
• Development and Implementation: Develop and implement PO and Credit card expense systems to achieve financial controls and operational performance.
• Policies and Procedures: Develop and enforce office policies and procedures to enhance financial controls and operational efficiency.
• Vendor Management:
• Policies and Procedures: Develop and enforce office policies and procedures to enhance operational, EHS and financial controls.
• Vendor Relations: Oversee the onboarding and invoice payment process with external vendors to resolve any issues that arise and ensure business performance.
  

Job Requirements

• Ability to work effectively in team situations and establish strong relationships with other leads where overlap of work exists.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in finance or procurement related fields.
• Two or more years of leadership experience.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrated understanding of finance matters including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger management and relevant laws and regulations.
• Demonstrated understanding of vendor matters including contract considerations and payment terms.
• Ability to engage with cross-functional teams, including Human Resources, EHS, Operations and various Corporate teams.
• Experience with relationship building and articulating accounting processes.
• Effective management of staff to achieve department and company goals.
• Effective time management, written communication, analytical and interpersonal skills.
• Aptitude to adapt to dynamic business conditions, including flexibility in working hours, with potential for on-call or month-end close situations.
• The role will primarily be at the Corporate office, with some travel to field locations throughout the year.
• Proficient with MS Office (e.g., Word, Excel).
  
  

Education

A Bachelor’s or Associate’s Degree is preferred

Experience

7 or more years of applicable professional experience. Prefer accounting or procurement responsibility.

Experience working with cross-functional teams and operations personnel; Two or more years of leadership experience

Compensation

Competitive salary based on experience, along with benefits including healthcare, retirement plan, performance bonuses, etc.

This position offers an exciting opportunity for an experienced Manager to play a critical role in developing and sustaining the financial controls and performance programs for a newly formed Renewable Natural Gas Company. If you have relevant experience, we encourage you to apply.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $100,000.00 per year