Metropolitan Companies is searching for a high performing Controller with strong leadership capabilities and the ability to continually adapt and transform their respective departments in accordance with company growth. The position will be responsible for the Accounting, Accounts Payable, and Accounts Receivable departments. This is a newly created position due to continued company growth.
To qualify for this position, you must have a proven track record in financial operations, and preferably experience in real estate, construction, or retail. We need someone that possesses strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and inspire a team, have excellent communication skills (both written and verbal), strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and thorough knowledge of accounting principles.
We have a competitive package that includes benefits (medical, dental, vision, life, short- and long-term disability), holiday pay, paid time off, bonus, 401k/401k matching, and more. If you are flexible, motivated and want to join a growing company, then this is the role for you!
Responsibilities:
- Responsible for the oversight of the accounting department that supports all businesses via managing the team of accountants and managers.
- Ensure all bank reconciliations and account reconciliations are done timely and accurately each month.
- Run all financial close processes according to established financial close processes and timelines.
- Coordinate entries / GLs with our internal tax department, meet deliverable deadlines to help streamline tax processes and filings.
- Review balance sheets / income statements for accuracy. Review distributions prior to execution.
- Ad hoc analysis where needed.
- Responsible for the oversight of the accounts payable team.
- Ensure AP audits are completed, review results, and tighten controls / process
- Monitor invoice volume / payables, and ensure controls are in place to reduce risk of payment issues.
- Automate accounts payable and funding processes. Focus on continual development and process improvement.
- Work cross functionally with the IT department to improve system functionality and controls. Automate where possible.
- Responsible for the oversight of accounts receivable processes.
- Work with the business to ensure the collection of A/R and work with the legal department when needed on collections issues.
- Formalize credit requirements for each business based on the business needs.
Requirements:
- 10 years experience in management. Supervising accounting and related departments
- Proven track record in managing financial operations
- Clear and effective communication skills
- Strategic and critical thinking abilities, problem solving abilities.
- Ability to work in a team environment and cooperate with others. Team player
- Enjoys working up and down the scale of duties (i.e., can act as an accountant or as the controller. Complete a bank rec if necessary, or meet with executives regarding business planning).
- Leadership skills with the ability to delegate, motivate and inspire team members.
- CPA and/or Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance or Business preferred.
- Impeccable honesty and integrity.
Benefits:
- Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
- Voluntary Benefits (Life Insurance, Short-term & Long-term Disability)
- Health Savings Plan (HSA)
- 401k Plan-Match
- Holiday Pay
- Paid Time Off
- Bonus Program
- Employee Referral Bonus