Job Summary:
The Controller will plan and direct the accounting and administrative operations of the company. This position plays a crucial role in ensuring the financial health and integrity of the company, reporting directly to the Vice President.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
• Oversees the operations of the Administrative Office, which includes accounts payable, property management, and business development.
Duties/Responsibilities:
• Maintains a documented system of accounting policies and procedures; implements a system of controls over accounting transactions to minimize risk.
• Oversees the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, ensuring they are accurate, timely, and in compliance with accounting standards
• Performs banking functions including monthly reconciliations, liaising with applicable parties regarding accounts, and maintaining account balances.
• Monitors expenditures and cash flow management for each business unit.
• Ensures financial data is entered correctly and accurately.
• Accounts receivable functions for all business units, including maintenance of customer databases, billing, and collections.
• Produces financial reports; ensures that the reported results comply with generally accepted accounting principles.
• Lead the budgeting process, including developing financial projections, preparing forecasts, and monitoring budget performance.
• Identifies opportunities for cost savings, better efficiency, or other improvements; recommends and implements policy or process changes as appropriate.
• Works with the President and other management to coordinate planning and establish priorities for the planning process.
• Works with external auditors and provides needed information for the various audits as required.
• Maintains timely filing of required licenses and permits.
• Files and pays taxes and works with external entities for annual income tax filing.
• Ensures compliance with local, state, and federal government requirements.
• Implementation and maintenance of integrated back-office systems.
Requirements
• Proven experience in corporate accounting, with a strong understanding of regulatory reporting requirements.
• Proficiency in double entry bookkeeping and financial acumen.
• Experience in balance sheet reconciliation.
• Familiarity with technical accounting principles and governmental accounting standards is preferred.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to perform detailed account analysis.
• Proficiency in using QuickBooks or similar accounting software is highly desirable.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to present complex financial information clearly.
• A degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is preferred; CPA or equivalent certification is a plus.
