We are immediately hiring a Regional Controller to join our dynamic team.
Purpose:The Regional Controller position provides Accounting Support for the Region. This Role requires a strong understanding of accounting principles and drivers within the CRM and ERP systems. The Regional Controller must be able to resolve issues relating to proper accounting application, revenue recognition, internal controls, system troubleshooting, and process improvements. This Role will have significant interaction with many levels of the organization and people in all areas of the Region along with Corp Accounting (credit/AR, AP, cost) for troubleshooting issues, FP&A, and reporting/explaining financials. The Regional Controller will have overall responsibility for Regional Revenues of approximately $50 million.
Duties/Responsibilities:- Serve as a business partner to the Regional sales and operations teams. Provide support/suggestions to facilitate business initiatives.
- Analyze/understand key business/financial information and communicate key results to the Regional Leadership Team. Review for proper accounting treatment, identify and execute on opportunities for improved processes/results.
- Accounting support for the Region including accounting practices, proper GAAP accounting, internal controls, Infor support, Phocas support, process improvement, contracts, revenue recognition, & financial, planning, and analysis.
- Assist the Controller, VP FP&A, Manager FP&A and CFO with special projects for the Region and companywide reporting, financial analysis & budgeting/forecasting. Drive annual budget & the multiple Forecast processes (MFYF, JFYF, AFYF, YE Forecast).
- Work with Regional Leadership to update and maintain the Weekly Flash file particularly focusing upon accuracy for the upcoming 120 day forecasted revenue and EBITDA.
- Take direct action in the financial areas of A/R, A/P, payroll, equipment rental inventory, expenses, capital expenditures, rental fleet initiatives and counts & internal controls.
- Process capital expenditure requests along with capital planning. Maintain fixed asset and unit's ledger as it relates to capital expenditures for the rental fleet. Including tracking inventory items being put in service in the rental fleet. Perform data analysis to assist with business decisions.
- Review sales/margin and EBITDA results for the branches and Region. Check for high/low margin items & review with appropriate managers.
- Ensure processes are followed & proper individuals have a solid understanding of system drivers, to produce accurate financial data. Review contracts for proper revenue recognition.
- Review cost center data compared to budget/forecast/prior year & communicate issues to appropriate managers. Work with Regional Manager & Operations Manager to meet utilization and pricing goals.
- Provides financial analysis, supports pricing decisions and contract negotiations.
- Review customer contracts requiring corporate approval.
- Assist auditors with financial/SOX audits. Answer questions, review processes & gather required data for auditors. Ensure procedures/controls are in place & working appropriately to safeguard company's assets.
- General skills and traits required:
- Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and complete them in a timely manner within a Matrix reporting structure.
- General organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Works well in a fast-paced atmosphere.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (e.g. financial modeling, pivot tables, VLOOKUP), PowerPoint, and ERP/CRM systems.
- Effectively work within a team environment, but also independently with little or no supervision.
- Being proactively self-aware of the daily business activities
- Effectively adapt to our ever-changing environment.
- Presenting a positive attitude to both customers, peers, and management.
Position Requirements:- Bachelor's degree in Accounting with 5-7 years of accounting experience.
- CPA, MBA, or CPA eligible (preferred)
- Knowledge of inventory management, fixed assets, forecasting, budgeting, internal controls, and capital investment evaluation
- Strong PC skills (MS Office, Infor, Phocas preferred)
- Ability to work with all levels in the organization
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
