DescriptionThe
Business Unit Controller is responsible for managing the accounting department of the Service business unit. This role also serves as a consultant for managers within the organization, advising them of current budgetary information and working with managers to create a fiscal strategy for the business unit that aligns with the goals of the organization.
RequirementsJob Duties- Responsible for supervising the accounting procedures of the business unit
- Oversee the work of the accounting department
- Engage in critical and confidential aspects of accounting
- Responsible for the development of policies, systems, special financial studies, etc. of major importance related to the business unit(s)
- Advise management on matters of fiscal procedure and importance for the business unit(s)
- Ensure compliance with the financial procedures of the business unit(s)
- Manage and oversee the daily operations of the accounting department in Lifting including:
- Month and end-year end processes
- Accounts payable/receivable
- Cash receipts
- General ledger
- Annual budgets
- Treasury and bank reporting
- Cash forecasting
- Revenue and expenditure variance analysis
- Capital assets reconciliations relating to Operating Assets
- Account reconciliations
- Check runs
- Debt activity
- Monitor and analyze accounting data and produce financial reports or statements for business unit
- Adhere to and enforce proper accounting methods, policies and principles related to the business unit
- Complete annual audits for bank and financial audits
- Improve systems and procedures and initiate corrective actions with review and approval by the CFO 12. Assign projects and direct staff to ensure compliance and accuracy
- Meet financial accounting objectives
- Establish and maintain fiscal files and records to document transactions
- Works with confidential data, which, if disclosed, might have significant internal effect or minor external effect
- Other duties as assigned
EducationAn undergraduate degree from an accredited college or university with a focus in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance; master's degree in accounting or finance preferred; CPA designation preferred
Experience & Skills- 3-5 years of relevant accounting experience
- Ability to manipulate large amounts of data
- Proven knowledge of bookkeeping and accounting principles, practices, standards, laws, and regulations
- High attention to detail and accuracy
- Manage all employees in the accounting department and are responsible for the performance management and hiring of the employees within that department
- Solid written and verbal communication skills
- Strong analytical, conceptual, and planning skills are required
- Excellent math skills and overall PC literacy (Microsoft Office) are required
- Must be detail oriented, self-motivated, and disciplined with the ability to multi-task
- Must successfully complete a criminal background check, physical, drug screen and E-verify
Safety- Demonstrate care and concern for all team members
- Understand and lead the execution of Mazzella safety programs and training for team members and stakeholders
- Make safety a daily point of emphasis and regularly communicate as much with your teams
- Report all injuries, incidents and near hits immediately and investigate to identify root cause and corrective actions
- Keep yourself and others safe by identifying hazards and implementing control measures to eliminate/reduce risk
- Contact Director of Safety upon being contacted by any official of a regulatory agency such as OSHA, EPA, etc.
