Controller Job Summary
The Controller will handle high-level accounting, managerial accounting, and oversee the financial activities of the company.
As head of the accounting department, the Controller will manage and supervise all aspects of accounting from payroll to tax compliance.
Will report to the chief financial officer, and will assist with the development of internal control policies, procedures, and financial planning as needed.
Compensation:
$55 - $75 hourly
Responsibilities:
Controller Duties and Responsibilities
Manage all aspects of accounting; billing, financial statements, general ledger, cost accounting, payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, budgeting, tax compliance, inventory accounting, cost accounting, revenue recognition, and various special analyses
Maintain a documented system of accounting policies and operations
Oversee payments of all accounts; ensuring all accounts are paid on time
Process accounts and collect payments
Oversee all payments made for debts, bank loans, and other large quantities of money
Monitor cash and funding balances
Keep an organized filing system of all accounts, statements, transactions, payments, and debts
Prepare and organize financial statements for record and review
Prepare quarterly/annual financial reports
Manage the quarterly/annual budgets and forecasts
Advise on financial analyses and decision-making regarding capital investments, pricing, contract negotiations, significant costs, benchmarks, and other matters with management and chief financial officer
Organize information and statements for audits and both internal and external auditors
Define, benchmark, and implement operational best practices
Complying with all local, state, and federal laws regarding finances, tax filings, and reporting
Ensuring the company complies with all additional legal and regulatory requirements
Additional controller duties as needed
Qualifications:
Controller Job Requirements and Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration with an emphasis in Accounting, or a related field preferred
Ideal candidate has 5 to 10 years of experience in the field
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Management Accountant (CMA) license preferred
Previous experience as an accountant, accounting supervisor, or manager
Excellent computer skills; experience in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite; Access, database, or other system knowledge
Proficiency with accounting software and experience with software system implementation
Exceptional knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, cost accounting, cost control principles, and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Advanced knowledge of bookkeeping and accounting best practices, laws, standards, and state/national regulations
Analytical ability to develop and implement improvements or recommendations
Attention to detail
Able to work well with senior executives and team, as well as mentor/lead other team members
About Company
The company is a growing agricultural, commercial, and residential real estate company focusing on farming and investment properties in the Central Valley and Central Coast of California.
Our office is ideal for self-driven individuals who like working with a team.