Controller

Jobot

Indian Springs Village, AL

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$125,000–$150,000 Per Year

SKILLS

Accounting, Accounting Close, Accounting Policies, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Actuals, Ad Hoc Financial Modeling, Automation, Best Practices, Billing, Budgeting, Calendar Management, Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Communication Skills, Construction, Continuous Improvement, Corporate Policies, Cost Control, Cost Reporting, Cross-Functional, Decision Support, Detail Oriented, Expense Management, External Audit, Federal Government, Finance, Financial Control, Financial Operations, Financial Reporting, Financial Statements, Financial Systems, Follow Through, Forecasting, General Ledger Accounting, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Government Reporting, Heavy Equipment/Vehicles, Industrial Management, Inventory Levels, Inventory Planning, Leadership, Legal, Maintain Compliance, Manufacturing, Mentoring, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Multitasking, Operational Strategy, Operations Management, Organizational Skills, Physical Inventory, Policy Development, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Process Development, Reconciliation, Regulations, Regulatory Requirements, Revenue Recognition, State Government, Tax Reporting, Team Lead/Manager, Technical Accounting, Testing, Time Management, Treasury Management, Variance Analysis, Warehousing

LOCATION

Indian Springs Village, AL

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Today

Financial Controller

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Melanie Courtney
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Salary: $125,000 - $150,000 per year

A bit about us:

With 40+ years of proven leadership in the design, manufacturing, installation, and service of heavy process equipment, our client is the industry's total systems solutions provider.

Why join us?

Growing company
Top benefits
Great culture

Job Details

POSITION SUMMARY: The Controller requires an unwavering commitment to accuracy, integrity, transparency, and the ability to present complex financial information. The Controller will collaborate and partner with cross-functional teams and leverage their expertise to ensure that our financial operations align industry best practices and compliance. The Controller is a leader who can establish quick credibility and build a stable, high-functioning accounting team to support the next phase of company growth. The controller will manage the accounting team and all accounting functions of the business including financial statements, general ledger, invoicing, revenue recognition, job costing, A/P, A/R, inventory, treasury, cost management, financial controls, expense management, reconciliations and other accounting and financial functions. Qualified candidates will have accounting management experience in an industrial, manufacturing and/or service setting, preferably in a controller or comptroller role. Technical GAAP understanding is necessary for proper financial statement reporting.

RESPONSIBILITIES & EXPECTATIONS:
Manage and support the accounting team with dynamic leadership that creates an environment of trust, accountability, and productivity; motivate, train, and mentor team members to achieve their maximum potential
Step into the role with authority and earn trust through consistency, clear communication, and follow-through; serve as a stabilizing force through organizational change
Assess the current team quickly, identify strengths and gaps, and develop a near-term plan to close them
Manage and monitor all accounts, ledgers, and reporting systems ensuring compliance with GAAP and applicable regulatory requirements
Develop, implement, document, and maintain financial controls, guidelines, and consistent accounting policies with a continuous improvement mindset
Implement robust internal controls to maximize protection of company assets, policies, procedures, and workflows; regularly review and update to adapt to new regulations and business needs
Serve as the go-to expert for technical accounting matters; prepare detailed accounting memos and policy write-ups to guide staff on the latest standards and best practices
Direct and participate in monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities with a goal of 100% accuracy and timely reporting; manage close calendar to bring predictability and discipline to the cycle
Prepare Percentage of Completion and construction accounting each month for proper financial statement presentation; ensure job cost reporting is accurate and complete
Lead the external audit process from planning through completion; serve as primary point of contact for external auditors; conduct thorough testing of financial systems and controls
Champion finance transformation by identifying opportunities for automation; lead projects aimed at streamlining financial processes using technology and reducing manual effort
Partner with operational managers to establish appropriate warehouse inventory levels; assist with physical inventory planning, execution, controls, and accuracy audits
Support budget and forecast cycles with accurate, timely actuals and variance analysis; provide ad hoc financial analysis and decision support to senior leadership and PE sponsors
Ensure timely and accurate local, state, and federal government reporting, tax filings, annual 1099s, W-2s, and liability payments; coordinate with external tax advisors
Help support short and long-term financial and operational strategies aligned with PE ownership goals

ATTRIBUTES:

Natural leader who establishes credibility quickly
Proficient in MS Excel and Word; experience with Microsoft Dynamics GP or Epicor preferred, but equivalent enterprise ERP experience required
Proactive, self-motivated, detail-oriented, and reliable; able to work both independently and collaboratively
Maintains strict confidentiality regarding employee, financial, and customer information
Communicates respectfully and proactively with all levels of the organization, as well as with external stakeholders
Strong organizational skills with the ability to meet deadlines and manage high work volume with minimal errors
Assesses situations quickly, makes decisions, and adjusts as needed
Resilient and composed under pressure; thrives in dynamic, growth environments
Ability to multitask across competing projects

Required Experience: 5+ years’ experience as a senior-level accounting manager
Preferred Experience: Professional certification, such as CPA (certified public accountant) or CA
Required Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field
Preferred Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field Professional certification (such as CPA / CA)

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COMPANY SIZE

100 to 499 employees

INDUSTRY

Staffing/Employment Agencies

FOUNDED

2018

WEBSITE

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