Corporate Controller

Job Title: Controller

Department: Administration

Supervision

• Direct Report: COO
• Executes work under direct supervision or according to established procedures 75% of time
• Works independently setting priorities and work schedules 25% of time

Position Purpose

This rapidly growing, closely held company has a national clientele and is expanding its manufacturing operations. It offers a great culture and an outstanding career opportunity for the right person.

As the Controller you are responsible to plan, organize and implement all financial activities, for the various Related Companies according to clearly defined Company policies and procedures. In addition, you may have support responsibilities to Directors and Managers as it relates to operational, management and accounting functions.

Job Qualifications

• Personal compatibility with Company corporate culture and values
• Good communication skills
• Proficiency equivalent to Microsoft Specialist Certification in Word and Expert Certification in Excel
• Extremely proficient in higher level accounting software
• Familiar with database management and other software programs
• Excellent planning, organizational and multi-tasking skills
• Proven Skill in leading and accounting department
• Meticulous and detail oriented
• Good interpersonal skills, particularly in leading and working with a team
• Consistently able to meet deadlines
• Highest level of integrity and trust to handle confidential materials
• Ability to handle multiple projects and adapt to new and changing situations

Education/Experience

• Minimum Bachelors Degree in Accounting
• Minimum 5 years’ experience as Controller
• Prefer Manufacturing and/or cost accounting experience
• Prefer experience with an ERP system such as Microsoft Dynamics/ GP

Duties and Responsibilities

• Planning and managing the accounting and finance operations of the Company to assure accurate and timely compliance with accounting industry, government and lenders standards, regulations and covenants
• Manage timely monthly financial close and year end close process
• Manage multiple banks compliance testing and reporting requirements
• Managing vendor relationships and finding areas to reduce Company costs
• Recruit, train and manage accounting department
• Plan and manage cash flow and operating costs of the organizations
• Cash flow planning and management
• Manage the production accounting, work in process, cost accounting systems
• Inventory and work in process management
• Manage outside relationships with Accounting Firm, Banks, Information Systems, Legal and other relevant vendors/suppliers
• Supply timely and accurate information as needed to outside relationships as needed
• Manages budgeting and strategic planning
• Manage documentation of policies and procedures and train others as needed
• Prepare government reports timely and accurately
• Full charge accounting functions including timely and accurate financial statements, key performance metrics, general ledger and monthly closing entries
• Generating multiple financial reports as needed by leadership to make good decisions
• Administrating payroll
• Managing bank accounts and credit cards
• Processing documents related to operations and cash management
• Managing all accounts payable and receivable
• Generating relevant KPI reports
• Provide counsel on Company decisions
• Managing systems to protect the Company assets
• Analyzing and helping management improve operations and reduce costs

Occasional Work Performed

• Participating in preparation for and managing CPA audits of company financials
• Participating in training courses
• Specific projects as required by President , COO, and outsourced CFO

Key Contacts

Contacts Internal and External to the Organization – Company Leadership team, Contract CFO, Mangers, Customers, Financial Institutions, CPA Firm, IT Contractors, Legal firms, Vendors

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $120,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• GAAP: 10 years (Required)
• controller: 5 years (Required)
• higher level ERP system: 5 years (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Newport News, VA 23607: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person