Controller

Location

Type, TX | United States

Job description

Controller

JOB-10040131

Anticipated Start Date

March 18, 2024

Location

San Antonio, TX

Type of Employment

Direct Hire

Employer Info

As a privately held designer and manufacturer of precision-engineered architectural light fixtures, this client has created an impressive company culture dedicated to professional development, community engagement, and a commitment to its employees’ growth.

Job Summary

The Controller will assist management with the Company’s Finance organization and have overall responsibility for the accuracy of the recording of transactions, safeguarding of assets, the financial close and monthly reporting process, financial analysis, and other related matters. The Controller will report directly to the Chief Financial Officer and supervise the daily operations of the accounting team.

Job Description

MANAGEMENT:

• Reviews expenses of other departments making recommendations for cost improvements as needed.
• Works with Credit Manager to oversee credit policy; regularly reviews open credit balances and accounts utilizing letters of credit; conducts reviews of A/R aging with Credit Manager
• Oversees payroll and employee defined benefit plan ensuring that systems are functioning properly and reporting and compliance requirements are met and that payments, tax information, benefits information and other accounting information is properly distributed
• Oversees systems and individuals in Accounts Payable to ensure authorized vendors are paid timely and invoices are properly approved and recorded
• Manages sales commission calculation and payment process
• Maintains fixed asset cost records; supervises depreciation calculations to ensure compliance with GAAP and tax regulations
• Manages D&B relationship; monitors reports and provides updates as needed, disputes negative payment reports when appropriate

ACCOUNTING

• Reviews all general ledger entries and reconciliations, prepares adjusting entries as needed and manages the control and reconciliation processes for the general ledger and financial reporting
• Assists with the preparation of the  company’s budget and its regular and prompt  reporting and analysis of variances
• Assists with annual financial audit support and provides explanations and interpretation as needed
• Oversees inventory costing and procedures for physical counts; directs policies for write-offs of obsolete stock
• Assists with research of technical accounting issues for compliance

REPORTING

• Assists with the preparation of monthly and annual financial statements including narrative of financial results and metrics for CFO and senior management
• Manages and reviews various sales and bonus reports for regions and sales representatives
• Manages preparation of ad hoc sales, cost, and product reports as needed by company department heads

TAX

• Gathers information and coordinates activities of outside accountants pertaining to tax filings for estimated and final payments for the tax returns of the company and shareholders as well as for Company affiliates
• Manages year-end distribution of payroll W-2 forms and 1099 forms to independent contractors
• Manages required property tax filings, and the maintenance of the associated records
• Manages the reporting and payment of sales & use tax and franchise tax
• Manages registration, reporting, filing, and payment of related taxes for other state and local  jurisdictions as required

TREASURY

• Projects cash position of the company to ensure optimal cash levels and liquidity; acts as primary liaison with banking contacts
• Prepares financial statements and other required schedules to banks and ensures all loan covenants are maintained favorably. Assesses loan requirements and reviews with CFO, CEO and banking officers

OTHER

• Periodically assists with update of product pricing
• Assists CFO with special projects and assignments as needed, including outreach and joint undertakings of significance involving Operations and Manufacturing

Skills Required

• 7+ years of progressive experience in accounting or finance department and 4+ years supervisory experience (prior work with Big Four accounting firm a plus)
• Experience with general ledger functions and month-end/year-end close process
• 3 years of public accounting experience
• Thorough knowledge of accounting principles and procedures
• Manufacturing ERP systems experience preferred
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• CPA is REQUIRED

Education/Training/Certifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Business, Finance

Additional Requirements

• Working Environment:
  • Smoke free workplace
  • Non smoker

• Work Hours
  • Smoke free workplace Monday to Friday 8:30am - 5:30pm (typically)

Pay Rate/Salary

• $150,000 annually

EEO/AA/M/F/Vet/Disability Employer

The above statements are intended to describe the essential functions and related requirements of persons assigned to this job.  They are not intended as an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and requirements.

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

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