Controller

ABOUT OUR COMPANY

Civic Media has built a radio and digital media network in the Midwest with the goal of championing the practice of democracy by empowering honest and informative local voices. We’re merging the legacy of radio with the immediacy of digital to deliver high-quality content to a growing audience via our radio stations, websites, mobile app and associated social media platforms. We work in a fast-paced environment that values communication, integrity, vision, innovation and collaboration in order to fulfill our vision of being the media platform that informs, guides, and inspires our audience through the complex landscape of information, commentary, and civic engagement.

SUMMARY The Controller facilitates the distribution, management, and documentation of the company’s financial resources. The Controller will consult with executives and high-level management to identify accounting issues and implement procedures to ensure compliance with financial laws and regulations. They create and implement accountability systems and internal controls that prevent errors and inaccurate accounting documents. The Controller will also oversee data entry and interpret accounting data to create and reconcile monthly, yearly, or quarterly budgets.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Exercises broad supervision of fiscal activity to ensure sufficient fiscal controls to safeguard company funds while allowing the company to accomplish its mission.
• Coordinates financial statements, annual financial reports, audit activities, and other information reports and requests; ensures accuracy and integrity of financial reporting.
• Provides direction and assistance regarding accounting and budgeting policies and procedures, implementation of new practices and procedures, and efficient control and utilization of financial resources.
• Develops and manages annual budgets for the organization and performs periodic cost and productivity analyses.
• Maintains current knowledge of and implements changes based on company policies and procedures, federal policies and directives, and current accounting practices which directly or indirectly impact Civic Media.
• Oversees recruitment, training, supervision, and evaluation of unit staff
• Establishes and implements short- and long-range organizational goals, objectives, strategic plans, policies, and operating procedures; monitors ad evaluates programmatic and effectiveness, and effects changes required for improvement.
• Plans, develops, and implements strategies for generating resources and/or revenues for the organization.
• Manages all aspects of the general ledger
• Preparation, analysis, review and presentation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting to senior management, directors, and other key stakeholders under US GAAP
• Understanding the business and strategy, keeping up to date with business and market developments and communicating this effectively to key stakeholders
• *The company reserves the right to add or change duties at any time.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCES

• Knowledge of fiscal controls related to the safeguarding of company funds.
• Skilled in examining and re-engineering operations and procedures, formulating policy, and developing and implementing new strategies and procedures.
• Skill in budget preparation and fiscal management
• Ability to analyze and interpret financial data and prepare financial reports, statements and/or projections
• Knowledge of current changes and/or developments in federal, state, and local accounting laws.
• Knowledge of organizational structure, workflow, and operating procedures.
• Ability to supervise and train employees, to include organizing, prioritizing, and scheduling work assignments.
• Team player - have team-oriented experience and approach
• Ability to think outside of the box with a sense of urgency
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Associate’s degree required; Bachelor's degree highly preferred
• 3+ years of experience in financial control, preferably within media, with preference given to those with 5+ years of related experience in Accounting or Finance in the Radio industry.
• Knowledge of software to quantify and illustrate complex financial reports, comparisons, impacts, and/or projections

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Civic Media is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.