Troy, Michigan
Controller Job Opening in Troy, Michigan - A Troy-based provider of Employee Assistance and Wellness Programs is seeking a Controller to join our team. We offer human resource management with a focus on positive behavioral change. Our Wellness philosophy is to keep healthy people healthy. Entering our 27th year in business, we offer a robust variety of services to keep employees emotionally and physically healthy from EAP to Wellness to Crisis Management.
Critical Success Factors: We are looking for a Controller who is knowledgeable in finance, accounting, human resources, leadership skills and competencies in these areas:
Self-Confidence ? diplomatically express views that may be unpopular. Decisive despite uncertainties
Self-Control ? ability to self-start and work independently. Composed, positive, clear thinking and focused under pressure
Conscientiousness ? organized and careful in work and always meeting deadlines and commitments
Innovation ? open to new ideas, approaches and information. Has a passion for promoting healthy lifestyles
Achievement Drive ? constantly strives to improve upon standards of excellence
Commitment ? makes sacrifices to meet goals and believes in the group?s core values
Initiative ? pursues goals beyond what?s required or expected of them.
Optimism ? persistent despite obstacles and setbacks and expects success, not failure
Understanding ? senses others feelings and perspectives, takes interest in their concerns
Service Orientation ? anticipates, recognizes and meets customer needs and offers help
Influence ? can effectively persuade others
Communication ? has effective oral and writing skills. Deals with difficult issues. Listens well. Seeks mutual understanding
Conflict Management ? diplomatic, tactful, and able to de-escalate tense situations
Collaboration and Cooperation ? shares plans, information and resources and partners
Finally, we are looking for someone with demonstrated independence, solution focused and a proven track record of knowledge, skills and service.
Reports to: President and SVPO
Supervises: Business Office Services Department
PURPOSE : To manage overall accounting functions, human resources and departmental operations oversight.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Ongoing accounting responsibilities, management and oversight
Under the direction of the President, manage the company?s financial resources in accordance with the approved budget
Manage cash flow and advise the President to ensure the most effective use of cash in the day-to-day operations of the organization
Oversee bookkeeping work performance of others
Maintain chart of accounts, journals, and related financial documentation
Assure the preparation of various corporate filings including insurance, payroll and taxes
Provide reports and other financial information, schedules, etc. to assist other staff to monitor progress on their various functions and responsibilities
Responsible for accounting for non-cash resources such as in-kind goods and services
Responsible for overall management and operation of software applications pertaining to financial management
Provide support to accounts payable, accounts receivable and all daily, weekly and monthly accounting functions
Ensures accurate compilation and processing of all commissions
Ensure all client contracts are developed, sent, reviewed and updated
Provide supervision of the business office services department
Ensures adequate inventory of supplies
Maintain petty cash fund
Act as liaison and management to outsourced functions
Act as internal representative for HR functions
Maintains awareness of and adherence to all HR regulations and rules
Review, revise and author HR policies and procedures
Maintain P&P manual
Maintain employee handbook
Conduct employee background checks
Review, analyze and recommend benefit changes/strategies
Ensures and maintains benefits including election enrollments and maintenance
Ensures personnel files are up-to-date
Ensures vendor contracts are secured, maintained and evaluated
Provide new-hire orientations
Payroll functions
File I-9 forms.
Participate in business planning
Conduct departmental performance reviews
All other tasks as assigned by the President.
Prepare periodic reports pertaining to organizational finances and resources
Prepare weekly cash flow reports
Prepare monthly income or profit and loss statements/reports
Prepare progress reports vs. budget or goals for staff responsible for various service, administrative, marketing or fundraising programs or objectives
Prepare quarterly financial reports by account and function
Prepare other forms, reports or forecasts as requested for various entities such as bank, investment manager, insurers, etc
Annual Accounting Responsibilities, Management and Oversight
ACA (EEOC as needed) reporting
Work closely with staff to prepare annual budget
Work directly with CPA firm to prepare for, gather information and assist with the successful completion of the company?s year-end including IRS and state filings
Prepare, distribute and analyze RFP for accounting and other services as requested
Maintain Corporate minutes
Ensure all filings have been completed and documented
REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Accounting or Finance
5 years minimum progressive experience in similar role
Knowledge of GAAP, organizational auditing, analysis and internal controls
Strong detail orientation
Knowledge of emerging human resource, tax laws and regulations and their application
Able to multi-task and use exceptional organizational skills
Excellent oral, written communication, and presentation skills
Strong team based environment
Job Type: Full-time
Required education:
Bachelor's
Required experience:
Accounting: 5 years
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