Qualifications
ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE
This position reports to the MIS President.
Reporting directly to this position: Accounts Receivable/Payable Clerk & Office Assistant and Staff Accountant.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Controller will plan and direct the accounting operations of the company.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Oversees the operations of the Accounting Department, which include accounts payable, accounts receivable, and bank reconciliations.
- Oversees training programs and identifies training needs.
- Maintains a documented system of accounting policies and procedures; implements a system of controls over accounting transactions to minimize risk.
- Oversees the production of periodic financial reports; ensures that the reported results comply with accepted accounting principles or international financial reporting standards.
- Recommend benchmarks that will be used to measure the company’s performance.
- Produces the annual budget and forecasts; reports significant budget differences to management.
- Provides financial analysis, with emphasis on capital investments, pricing decisions, and contract negotiations.
- Works with external auditors and provides needed information for the annual audit.
- Files quarterly and annual reports with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
- Ensures compliance with local, state, and federal government requirements.
- Performs other related duties as necessary or assigned.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting or business administration required.
- Ten years or more of related experience required.
- Certified Public Accountant or Certified Management Accountant designation preferred.
REQUIRED SKILLS / ABILITIES
- Excellent management and supervisory skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Proficient in accounting and tax preparation software.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.