What are the responsibilities and job description for the Financial Controller position at Hidden Creek?
Financial Controller
Hidden Creek Landscaping, Inc. is an award-winning Design/Build, Pool, and Landscaping firm serving premier clients throughout central Ohio. Founded in 1998, Hidden Creek has become a leader in upscale residential landscape transformations and a highly recognized partner for landscape design. To learn more about the work we do at Hidden Creek, visit 2thecreek.com.
We are seeking a talented, detail-oriented, tech-savvy, strategic leader to join our team. The Financial Controller is responsible for the management and oversight of the organization’s Accounting and Finance function. Primary areas of focus include leading the accounting team; implementing financial processes and procedures that help achieve Hidden Creek business goals; setting internal controls and budgets; preparing timely and accurate financial reports that summarize or forecast our financial position; advising the leadership team and serves as counsel for strategic planning and decision making.
To be successful in this role, the Financial Controller must stay ahead of data analysis, and gain a deep knowledge of the business, lead the accounting function, and produce timely financial statements and reports that guide the decision-making process. The Financial Controller will produce thorough financial-status reports to help improve Hidden Creek operational efficiency and aid in our continued growth.
WHY Hidden Creek Landscaping?
Our culture is open, friendly, and fun. We’re like a small family with lots of communication and support for each other. Everyone is willing to pitch in and get in the weeds (sometimes literally) when required. We are searching for the right person to help us manage the overall accounting department and our company’s finances.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Lead, Manage and Hold Accountable: Recruit, retain, develop, and lead a successful accounting team. Drive and lead the successful performance of the accounting team including recruitment, retention, training and development, and performance management.
Day-to-day activities of accounting function: Lead Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, cash disbursements, invoicing/billing, customer credits and collections, payroll, treasury activities, perpetual inventory integrity, fixed asset records, general & entity accounting, cost accounting, payroll, and banking relationships
Internal Controls and Budgets: Implement procedures and processes that ensure data security, protect an organization’s assets, and meet legal and reporting requirements. Project financial and operational resources necessary to develop a financial plan aligned with the organization’s strategic goals. Document and update all accounting related processes and procedures.
Accounting and Finance Operations: Accurate and Timely Financial Reporting, Statements, Analysis and Planning; Use technology to effectively support operational and financial processes, solve problems, analyze data, and enhance business performance; Manage short-term and long-term financing needs and analyze investment alternatives.
SKILLS AND SPECIFICATIONS
- Strong communicator and skilled financial analyst.
- Financial operations, accounting, customer service, leadership and teamwork skills.
- High degree of change-agility, professionalism, accuracy and attention to detail.
- Deadline-driven with excellent time management ability.
- Ability to maintain confidential and meticulous records.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Superior presentation and public speaking skills
- Expert experience in accounting (QuickBooks) and tax preparation software.
- Advanced Excel experience required
KNOWLEDGE, EDUCATION, AND EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field.
- CPA and/or CMA preferred. MBA a plus.
- Minimum 3 years prior supervisory experience overseeing employees and Accounting/Finance functions.
- Minimum 5 years progressive accounting and finance experience required including: demonstrated knowledge of US GAAP, internal controls and financial reporting; strategic planning; tax compliance; budgeting and forecasting processes; Developing and reporting metrics that provide leading/early indicators of emerging risk.
- Track record as an operationally oriented finance leader
- Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations.
- Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement.
- Construction industry and/or Landscaping Industry experience
BENEFITS
- Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance Provided by Hidden Creek
- 401k Retirement Plan with Company Match of 4%
- Paid Time Off
- 12 Paid Holidays (Including Christmas Eve Through New Year’s Day)
- Employee Referral Bonus Program
- Competitive Base Salary and Bonus Opportunity
- A supportive work environment that empowers employees to stay healthy, fulfill their passions, and balance work and life goals
- Team building activities/events and a collaborative work environment
- Company Core Value Rewards Program
Our Core Values are:
Dare to be Different
o Embrace intensity
o Be courageous
o Be innovative
o Be creative
o Be adventurous
o Be funny
Driven to Grow
o Be adaptable
o Be determined
o Be motivated
o Be strategic
o Be passionate
Lead with Intent
o Be focused
o Follow through
o Have great time management skills
o Gets it
o Be analytical
Make Someone Smile
o Be enthusiastic
o Be positive
o Be compassionate
o Be spontaneous
o Be confident
o Be a team player
As an EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY / AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER, Hidden Creek Landscaping, Inc. does not discriminate against applicants or employees because of their age, race, color, religion, national origin, sex, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Furthermore, Hidden Creek Landscaping Inc. will not discriminate against applicants or employees because he or she is physically or mentally handicapped, a disabled veteran, a veteran of the Vietnam era, or has a non-job related medical condition, provided he or she is qualified and meets the requirements established by Hidden Creek Landscaping Inc. for the job. As an employment AT WILL EMPLOYER, the employee or employer may terminate employment at any time and for any reason.