What are the responsibilities and job description for the Controller position at Pearson's Candy Company?
Without the strength of our accounting team, we wouldn't be able to offer the industry-leading service we're known for. We're seeking an experienced accountant to oversee this team in the role of Controller. The ideal candidate will have proven industry experience as an accountant, preferably in a senior role. As a strong communicator and skilled financial analyst, you will make it your mission to streamline our budgeting, payroll, and financial reporting processes. You will produce thorough financial-status reports for senior management to help improve our operational efficiency and aid in our continued growth.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Controller oversees all accounting functions and policies. Under the direction of the General Manager, the Controller ensures top financial and accounting integrity, business-savvy analysis and reporting, and manufacturing inventory and cost management. This position is a key part of the management team.
JOB DUTIES
· Provide comprehensive financial updates to senior management by evaluating, analyzing, and reporting appropriate data points
· Guide financial decisions by applying company policies and procedures to current economic landscape
· Develop, implement, and maintain financial controls and guidelines
· Achieve budgeting goals with proper scheduling, analysis, and corrective action
· Maximize payroll efficiency through innovative process development
· Help develop and support short and long-term operational strategies
· Carry out monthly accounting close procedures and deliverables (journal entries, reconciliations, reports) in compliance with GAAP
· Drive continuous improvements by automating, refining and implementing processes, tools and deliverables.
DAILY AND MONTHLY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
· Manage and monitor all accounts, ledgers, and reporting systems ensuring compliance with appropriate GAAP standards and regulatory requirements as well as the requirements of private contributions, loans, and government contracts
· Maintain internal control safeguards for the receipt of revenue, costs and both team and organizational budgets and actual expenditures
· In conjunction with the Leadership Team, establish financial and operating benchmarks, budgets, program monitoring, and reporting standards on a bi-weekly, monthly, and annual basis
· Implement consistent accounting policies, practices, and procedures across all programs, upholding federal, state, and local legal standards by remaining knowledgeable about existing, new, and future legislation
· Develop and enforce internal controls to maximize protection of company assets, policies, procedures, and workflow
· Oversee and support accounting team with dynamic leadership that creates an environment of trust and productivity
· In conjunction with the procurement and production teams, maintain inventory records for all items, revise pricing on a quarterly basis and manage the process to update costs on an annual basis
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
· Bachelor’s degree in business, accounting, or related field
· 10 years proven accounting experience
· Professional accounting certification, including CPA, CMA, CGA, or CA
· Working knowledge of finance law and regulatory standards (GAAP)
· Strong understanding of economic and banking processes
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
· 5 years’ experience as a senior-level accounting or finance manager
· Strong working knowledge of detailed financial data analysis
· Proven payroll experience, with a focus on streamlining accounting processes
· Exemplary history of financial project management
· Working knowledge of federal, state, and local tax compliance regulations and reporting
· Experience in a manufacturing facility, preferably high-speed production line operations.
Job Type: Full-time
Physical setting:
- Office
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $91,900 - $116,000