Controller

Controller

Malvern,PA

Hybrid Position - Onsite 3 Days a Week

Controller - POSITION SUMMARY

Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), this role will lead the day-to-day accounting operations of a manufacturing client in Malvern, PA. The core duties through direct functional responsibility of the general accounting accounts receivable, payroll accounting, and sales tax accounting functions. The Controller is responsible for the efficient and timely month-end close from journal entry review and posting, through profit and loss preparation, review, and commentary. The Controller should possess a strong desire to learn and grow professionally, improve upon inherited work product, and take on additional responsibilities in a fast-paced, growth environment. If you are interested in learning more about this role, please see details below and APPLY NOW

CONTROLLER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversees and manages the Company's month-end close in partnership with the Director of FP&A, income statement, and income statement commentary with a focus on actual to planning results variance explanation, month-to-month fluctuations, and root cause identification. Includes a close and open partnership with the FP&A team in the communication of results and relevant drivers to business unit partners.

• Strong technical skills required, to oversee and manage the Company's balance sheet and related processes including all general ledger accounting, standard reporting, and ad hoc reporting. More specifically, the effective and efficient reconciliation of the Company's cash, accounts receivable, prepaid, fixed assets, leases, short- and long-term liabilities, and deferrals/reserves.

• Provides day-to-day supervision and guidance to assigned staff; including the identification of process improvements with the ability to lead and/or support process improvement execution across departments.

• Partner with the Company's Merchandising team to ensure proper accruals and capture of all vendor rebates and discounts. Create and communicate actionable visibility into vendor relationships identifying areas for improvement and potential cost-saving measures.

• Primary liaise with the Company's independent auditors in their quarterly cycle counting procedures and annual financial statement audit.

• Assists in the identification, analysis, and implementation of revenue-generating or expense-saving opportunities in the Company.

• Assists in the assessment, design, and implementation of internal controls over financial reporting and other business process improvements.

• Performs other duties as required to support the Finance Department including systems implementations, testing, and support.

CONTROLLER QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

• CPA HIGHLY PREFERRED

• 7-10 years of comprehensive accounting experience

• 5+ years of supervisory experience preferred

• Microsoft Dynamics Great Plains ERP software preferred.

• Exceptional technical accounting skills supported by a strong understanding and knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) with the ability to research guidance (ASC), formally document accounting positions, and communicate across financial and non-financial business partners.

• Extremely deadline-driven, possessing the ability to meet assigned personal and team deadlines as well as excellent short and long-term planning techniques.

• Thorough understanding and ability to design, implement, and execute the timely reconciliation of all balance sheet accounts. Including the maintenance and management of the Company's reconciliations library and supporting documentation.

• Impeccable attention to detail and organizational skills are a must.

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel as well as data management and analysis.

• Logical thinker with strong analytical, problem-solving solving and research skills.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate financial issues with non-financial professionals of all levels including executives.

• Ability to work independently and seek out necessary support and information to meet expectations.

• Open to change and committed to continuous process improvement.

• High degree of personal integrity, with a focus on accuracy and completeness.

• Effective team player with a positive demeanor and a customer-centric focus.

Travel Requirements: As needed to meet service-level requirements and for required business meetings

Mission and Vision

We are a superior consulting firm focused on helping clients achieve their dreams and address complex situations with inspired people, deep expertise, and innovative technologies.

We are a perpetual career and opportunity enterprise, focused on building long-term benefits for our people and communities. We create collaborative and supportive relationships with our people, clients and communities. Our success enables us to invest time and resources to bettering the communities in which we live to help those communities thrive.

Inclusion and Diversity Statement

We value the contribution and wisdom of the team. At SolomonEdwardsGroup, we've built a vibrant and inclusive community. Our team members are curious, committed, and diverse. In keeping with our mission to build value through people, we cultivate a culture where differences are celebrated, and all members are treated fairly and equitably. Employees, business partners, and our extended stakeholder family are empowered to share their experiences, ideas, and perspectives; to be their whole selves.

Salary range $85-100/hr W2. The specific compensation for this role will be determined based on the education, experience, location and skill set of the individual selected for this position.

Benefits offered - Health insurance, sick leave, 401(k)

SolomonEdwardsGroup, LLC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status.

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