Financial Controller

Job Summary: The Financial Controller serves as the primary leader of the accounting department, ensuring that the company’s financial records are accurate, compliant, and supportive of strategic growth.

Supervisory Responsibilities: 

• Oversees the operations of the Accounting Department, which include accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliations, and payroll.
• Oversees training programs and identifies training needs. Duties and Responsibilities:
• Maintains a documented system of accounting policies and procedures; implements a system of controls over accounting transactions to minimize risk.
• Oversees the production of periodic financial reports; ensures that the reported results comply with generally accepted accounting principles or international financial reporting standards.
• Recommends benchmarks that will be used to measure the company’s performance.
• Produces the annual budget and forecasts; reports significant budget differences to management.
• Provides financial analysis, with emphasis on capital investments, pricing decisions, and contract negotiations.
• Works with external auditors and provides needed information for the annual audit.
• Files quarterly and annual reports with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
• Ensures compliance with local, state, and federal government requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned. Required Skills and Abilities:
• Excellent management and supervisory skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Proficient in accounting and tax preparation software.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.

Education and Experience: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business Administration required.

• Ten years or more of related experience required.

• Certified Public Accountant or Certified Management Accountant designation preferred.

Physical Requirements: 

• Prolonged periods working from the office, sitting at a desk, and working on a computer.

• Must be able to lift 15 pounds at a time