Controller

Position Purpose The Controller plans and leads the work of the Accounting Operations within the Finance Group and is responsible for managing relevant staff and functions. Essential Functions Directs all aspects of accounting function and oversees the timely, accurate and complete recording of all transactions related to general ledger including but not limited to: cash, trade and rebate receivables, inventory, prepaids, fixed assets, payables, accruals, debt and equity from original entry to financial reporting Develops and maintains all necessary accounting policies as it relates to general ledger and financial reporting in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles Stays current with financial developments and trends, and informs Management of upcoming impacts to the Company and implements changes as needed Reports and publishes the Company's financial results and projections in relation to historical results, forecasts and budgets. Plans, coordinates and oversees periodic audits of financial results, preparation of income tax filings, property/casualty insurance, etc. Develops and maintains relationships with outside accounting firms. Prepare and publish financial information to banks and industry associations (DHI, AD) Publish financial information to sales staff for customer qualification requests Manages Credit personnel ensuring their consistent application of a credit policy, periodic credit reviews of existing customers, and the assessment of the creditworthiness of potential customers. Reviews collections process with the goal of optimized DSO. Ensure dormant account policy administration. Manage payroll processing and coordination of benefits with payroll related change activity Coordinate the development of estimates of incentive plan expense and record timely Prepares financial analysis of operating trends, proposed operational or asset deployment and provides recommendations to facilitate decision making. Identifies profit improvement opportunities and makes recommendations. Manages payables processing to optimize use of financing tools including vendor discounts and reasonable payment terms. Manages and motivates assigned staff to ensure efficient and effective resource utilization Prepares and/or coordinates and reviews all state and local tax filings related to sales tax, franchise tax, registrations, business license, personal property tax, fuel tax, vehicle taxes and 1099's. Manages all Company entity related tax planning and compliance with all required federal, state, local, property and other applicable taxes Coordinates the efficient and optimized utilization of all software/systems including ERP and financial reporting tools, fixed asset accounting. Identifies and implements tighter system integration and standardization across all software/systems utilized. Flexible/non-traditional schedule may be required, and occasional travel Performs other functions as assigned Qualifications 8-10 years related experience in financial management BS or MS in Accounting Professional license as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Comfortable with learning and using new technologies Sufficient experience with the Microsoft Office suite A positive attitude and the ability to maintain professional, long-term co-worker, customer, vendor, and business relationships Service oriented and a dedication to win customers 'for life' Strong professional verbal and written communications skills Ability to work effectively across all levels of management Detail-oriented with the ability to manage and delegate multiple tasks, simultaneous projects and conflicting deadlines An innovative approach to resolving problems and delivering results Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment Leadership skills, including the ability to motivate teams, develop and retain staff