Soni is partnering with a growing organization seeking a
Controller to oversee the company's accounting and financial reporting functions. This individual will be responsible for managing the month-end close, financial reporting, internal controls, and day-to-day accounting operations while partnering with senior leadership to support the company's financial objectives.
Responsibilities:- Oversee the day-to-day accounting and financial reporting functions.
- Manage and oversee the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes.
- Prepare and review financial statements, management reports, and supporting schedules.
- Ensure accurate and timely completion of account reconciliations, journal entries, accruals, and other accounting activities.
- Oversee general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash management, and fixed assets.
- Develop and maintain accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
- Ensure compliance with GAAP and applicable accounting regulations.
- Manage and support external audits, tax filings, and other regulatory requirements.
- Analyze financial results and provide insight into variances, trends, and business performance.
- Partner with operational and senior leadership teams on financial planning and decision-making.
- Lead, mentor, and develop accounting staff while promoting process improvements and operational efficiency.
- Assist with budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and other financial planning activities.
- Support special projects and other initiatives as requested by senior management.
Requirements:- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- 7+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience.
- Prior experience in a Controller, Assistant Controller, Accounting Manager, or similar leadership role.
- Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting.
- Hands-on experience managing month-end and year-end close processes.
- Experience with general ledger accounting, reconciliations, journal entries, and financial statements.
- Strong Excel skills and experience working with ERP/accounting systems.
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively across departments.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Preferred Skills:- CPA or MBA preferred.
- Experience managing and developing accounting teams.
- Experience with multi-entity or multi-location accounting.
- Experience with consolidations and intercompany accounting.
- Public accounting or audit experience.
- Experience with SOX, internal controls, or compliance.
- Manufacturing, distribution, services, or other operational industry experience.
- Experience with ERP implementations or accounting process improvements.
- Strong business acumen and ability to partner with senior leadership.
Compensation: $130,000 - $160,000
Salary is based on a range of factors that include relevant experience, knowledge, skills, other job-related qualifications.
