Controller

Title: Controller

Overview:

Hixen Search Group has been exclusively engaged by a company to lead a Controller search. The company: a reputable, growing, and stable family-owned manufacturing/service business, is searching for someone to lead accounting and reporting for the company. The Controller will report to the President and serve as an integral member of the leadership team. The role is very interactive with operations and has the opportunity to really make an impact in the business.

Responsibilities:

• Monthly financial statement preparation and management reporting
• Month-end close work including journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations
• Oversee all accounting including: the GL, accounts payable, accounts receivable, collections, cash management and project costing
• Maintain the inventory system and assist with pricing
• Oversee payroll utilizing ADP, benefits management, and assist with on-boarding new employees in the system
• Manage an accounting team of 1 staff accountant
• Plans and coordinates with banks, outside CPA firm, and other vendors
• Lead the budgeting process
• Perform variance analysis and forecasting as needed
• Serve on the leadership team and work closely with the owners and other executives
• Ad-hoc projects such as creating a financial dashboard report

Why This Opportunity:

• Employee focused environment with low turnover and excellent work-life balance
• This role works directly with operations and leadership – can see the impact of the work they complete and advance the company
• Company is investing in systems and talent to continue to fuel growth – great time to join
• Competitive compensation potential with base + bonus + benefits
• The role is 5 days in office but very flexible and offers great balance

Desired Candidate Profile:

• 10+ years of accounting experience; must have some experience in a small to medium sized company
• Bachelors in Accounting or Finance
• Experience in the manufacturing industry or with project accounting a must
• Strong experience with financial statements and month-end close
• Previous experience with cash management
• Desire to help a company grow and improve
• Strong analytical skills and experience improving processes
• Good communication skills