Muskegon, Michigan
Controller Job Opening in Muskegon, Michigan - Job Summary:
The Controller will be responsible for the accounting operations of the company and its subsidiaries, to include the production of periodic financial reports, maintenance of an adequate system of accounting records, and a comprehensive set of controls and budgets designed to mitigate risk, enhance the accuracy of the company?s reported financial results, and ensure that reported results comply with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP). The Controller will report to the CFO.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Develop a documented system of accounting policies and procedures in order to maintain and strengthen internal controls.
Oversee the operations of the accounting department, including the design of an organizational structure for achieving departmental goals and objectives. Department operations include, but not limited to, the following: accounts receivable and cash receipts, customer collections, accounts payable and cash disbursements, bank account reconciliations, customer credit approval and periodic review, bi-weekly payroll (ADP).
Oversee the accounting operations of subsidiaries, especially their control systems, transaction processing operations and policies and procedures.
Prepare annual budgets and forecasts of estimated future revenues, expenses and cash flows.
Manage the timely and accurate completion of the month end close process, including the preparation / review of journal entries, account reconciliations and analyses.
Prepare and analyze consolidated monthly financial statements and ensure compliance with GAAP.
Evaluate and assess operating results and activities including budget to actual results and present cost reduction recommendations to management.
Monitor debt levels and compliance with debt covenants.
Implement processes for establishing, monitoring and reporting on performance against KPI?s.
Provide financial analysis tools to evaluate special projects, capital expenditures, product costing, etc. when necessary.
Coordinate the provision of information to external auditors for the annual audit.
Comply with local, state, and federal government reporting requirements and tax filings.
Communicate with co-workers, management, customers and others in a courteous and professional manner.
Comply with safety regulations and corporate guidelines on business ethics.
Education and Experience:
Bachelor?s degree in Accounting is required.
Minimum of seven (7) years of progressive accounting experience in a manufacturing environment is desired.
Advanced knowledge of ERP systems strongly preferred.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Excellent organizational and time management skills.
Self-directed with a high-degree of motivation.
Willingness to grow and take on additional responsibilities.
Ability to build and manage a stable team.
Proficient computer skills and abilities with Microsoft Office products, especially Excel.
Working Conditions:
Primarily in an office environment.
Will be expected to travel to company subsidiaries as needed.
Periodic weekend or evening work is expected.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
All accounting staff at the company and its subsidiaries.
Job Type: Full-time
Required education:
Bachelor's
Required experience:
Accounting: 7 years
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