What are the responsibilities and job description for the Controller position at Quality Enclosures, Inc.?
Job Summary:
The Controller will plan and direct the accounting operations of the company.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
· Oversees the operations of the Accounting Department, which include accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliations, collections, and payroll.
· Oversees accounting staff and organizes work and projects to align with company goals.
Duties/Responsibilities:
· Maintains a documented system of accounting policies and procedures; implements a system of controls over accounting transactions to minimize risk.
· Oversees the production of periodic financial reports; ensures that the reported results comply with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) or international financial reporting standards.
· Organizes and conducts timely tax preparation activities.
· Handles payroll activities and reporting.
· Recommends benchmarks that will be used to measure the company’s performance.
· Produces the annual budget and forecasts; reports significant budget differences to management.
· Provides financial analysis, with emphasis on capital investments, pricing decisions, and contract negotiations.
· Organizes GL accounts to create best practices in accounting department.
· Manages accounting staff. Acts as coach and trainer to new employees and gives formal and informal performance feedback.
· Helps to create a learning and continuous improvement culture in the department.
· Works with external auditors and provides needed information for all audits.
· Ensures compliance with local, state, and federal government requirements.
· Harnesses resources inside and outside of the accounting departments to produce timely assignments.
· Performs other related duties as necessary or assigned.
Required Skills/Abilities:
· Excellent management and supervisory skills.
· Proficiency in Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
· Excellent relationship building skills
· Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
· Excellent organizational and time management skills.
· Proficient in accounting and tax preparation software.
· Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.
Education and Experience:
· Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business Administration required.
· Ten years or more of related experience required.
· Certified Public Accountant or Certified Management Accountant designation preferred.
· MBA or MS in Accounting or Finance a plus.
Physical Requirements:
· Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
· Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
· Able to travel periodically
Job Type: Full-time
Physical Setting:
- Office
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
COVID-19 considerations:
Quality enclosures takes the threat COVID-19 poses very seriously and has implemented stringent policies and procedures to make it a safe work environment.
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Central Islip, NY 11722: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Experience:
- GAAP: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: One location