Controller

Company Overview

BE’S Refreshments has proudly served clients with tailored beverage and refreshment solutions for over 45 years. We specialize in providing personalized services and a diverse range of products, including fresh foods, snacks, beverages, and innovative hydration systems, to meet the unique needs of each customer.

Job Overview

We are seeking a dynamic Controller who will be responsible for closely partnering with organizational leadership to drive financial excellence, support strategic operational initiatives, and provide strong financial guidance. They will oversee all aspects of financial operations, including close processes, general ledger management, cost accounting, budgeting, material margin improvement and key analytical projects. This position will report to the President.

Job Responsibilities:

• Develop financial policies, practices and procedures that have a significant impact on the organization
• Supervise the hiring of team members to uphold excellence in financial reporting, working capital management, accounts receivable, accounts payable, general ledger, cash tracking and reconciliation and budget preparation to build a high performing team
• Oversee all aspects of cost accounting, including project costing, variance analysis, and inventory valuation
• Partner with leadership to ensure accurate revenue recognition, cost accounting, expense allocation to develop, implement, and continuously improve project- and organizational specific reporting and analysis to support project and organizational performance review and strategic decisions
• Develop cash flow projections and optimize investment strategies
• Consistently analyze financial data and present financial reports in an accurate and timely manner; clearly communicate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements; monitor progress and keep senior leadership abreast of financial status
• Provide leadership in strengthening internal communications around financial goals at all levels
• Maintain internal controls and guidelines for cash, accounting transactions and budget preparation
• Assist with tax planning as needed through the fiscal year
• Lead the annual budgeting process and ensures completion within established timelines
• Utilize knowledge of finance to provide leadership, mentoring of managers to improve financial acumen and integrity, and influence across the organization
• Manage labor and department budget and identify ways to gain efficiencies
• Ensure compliance with local, state and federal government requirements
• Ensure compliance with company policies, practices and procedures
• Communicate all changes to all associates
• Coach, developing and mentoring direct reports; utilizing the performance management process to set goals and assessing development needs for each individual report
• Conduct year-end reviews of all production, key vendors and overall performance of the team; making appropriate recommendations and decisions based on analysis for the following year
• · Maintain a favorable and collaborative working relationship with co-workers in all departments to foster an environment of trust and mutual respect; Drive standards and best practices whenever possible and effectively fostering a culture of engagement
• Align department strategy with organizational goals
• Enhance the organization’s reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new requests and assignments in a timely manner
• Promote and adhere to the BE’S Way (Be Safe, Be Great and Be Ready) by integrating them into every action, decision, communication and touchpoints with team members, customers, and vendors
• Drive standards and best practices whenever possible and effectively foster a culture of engagement
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements & Preferences:

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Business Administration or Related Field – Preferred
• Licensed CPA – Preferred

Knowledge, Skills & Experience:

• Demonstrated progressive experience in Finance or Accounting
• Proven leadership with directly supervising team members including coaching and developing a team
• Proficient in accounting rules and software
• Results oriented and demonstrated strong sense of urgency
• Strong analytical, strategic thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to align finance with broader business objectives
• Ability to work with a variety of people and handle difficult situations in a positive and professional manner
• Proficiency in creation and use of metrics and ability to mentor others in the requirement to measure performance at all levels and against objectives and budgets
• Demonstrated knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) guidelines
• Ability to present complex financial information clearly
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with keen attention to detail
• Proven ability to effectively lead numerous projects at one time
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Resilient and adaptable, with a growth mindset and focus on innovation and continuous learning
• Ability to work independently, prioritize effectively and move forward without waiting to be told
• Demonstrated experience handling corporate taxes
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office suite of programs

Core Competencies:

Communication

• Effectively communicates with the ability to convey complex information clearly, concisely, and accurately to diverse internal and external audiences, both verbally and in writing

Continuous Improvement

• Identifies opportunities to improve workflow processes; uses systematic approach and functional tools to process continuous improvement projects; includes appropriate stakeholders and utilizes change management strategies for successful improvements

Decision Making

• Makes sound, well-informed, and objective decisions; perceives the impact and implications of decisions, commits to action, even in uncertain situations, to accomplish organizational goals; causes change

Financial Analysis and Management

• Knowledge of the principles, methods, and techniques of financial analysis, forecasting, and modeling to interpret quantitative and qualitative data; includes data modeling, earned value management, and evaluating key financial indicators, trends and historical data
• Prepares, justifies and/or administers the budget for the organization; plans, administers and monitors expenditures to ensure cost-effective support of programs and policies; assesses financial condition of the organization

Leadership

• Influences, motivates, and challenges others; adapts leadership styles to a variety of situations

Planning and Evaluating

• Organizes work, sets priorities, and determines resource requirements; determines short- and long-term goals and strategies to achieve them; coordinates with other organizations or parts of the organization to accomplish goals; monitors progress and evaluates outcomes

Teaching Others

• Helps others learn through formal or informal methods; identifies training needs; provides constructive feedback; coaches others on how to perform tasks; acts as a mentor

Pay: From $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• This is an onsite position located in Green Bay, WI. Are you willing and able to work onsite?

Work Location: In person