Controller Accounting Manager

Kingston Brass - Ontario, CA

Full-time - Mid Level

Ontario, CA

Merchant Wholesalers, Durable Goods

About the position

We are seeking a Controller Accounting Manager who will be responsible for the effective management and profitable operation of the assigned branch office. This role involves supervising the accounting department, which consists of 10 staff members, and requires a strong focus on budgeting and analyzing information to assess current and future financial statuses. The Controller Accounting Manager will review costs for optimal budget planning and evaluate reporting systems and collection procedures. Additionally, this position oversees the daily operations of the accounting team, guiding financial decisions, recommending, monitoring, and enforcing accounting policies and procedures to maintain a system of controls and provide appropriate information to manage the business. The successful candidate will manage financial data analytics and prepare budgets and financial reports by establishing schedules, collecting, analyzing, and consolidating financial and operating data. They will perform annual planning, quarterly forecasting, and monthly variance analysis. Acting as a business partner to the President and board members, the Controller will gather and analyze financial information with company fundamentals and make business, sector, and industry recommendations. This role also involves providing financial analysis tools to evaluate company ventures, acquisitions, or special projects, as necessary. In addition, the Controller Accounting Manager will manage the accuracy and productivity of day-to-day activities of accounts payable, cash disbursements, invoicing/billing, customer credits and collections, payroll, perpetual inventory integrity, fixed asset records, general & entity accounting, and cost accounting. They will develop accounting staff through coaching, counseling, and disciplining employees, while also planning, monitoring, and appraising job results. The role requires interfacing with customers and vendors to create alliances for best practices in daily operations, performing contract reviews, and collaborating with Operations. The Controller will prepare a wide array of financial analysis and presentations as needs arise and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local legal requirements by studying existing legislation, enforcing adherence to requirements, filing financial reports, and advising management on needed actions. Overall, this position oversees and participates in the operations of the Accounting Department, which includes accounts payable, accounts receivable, and bank reconciliations.

Responsibilities

• Supervise accounting department with 10 staff members.
• Budget and analyze information to assess current and future financial statuses.
• Review costs for optimal budget planning.
• Evaluate reporting systems and collection procedures.
• Oversee daily operations of the accounting team to guide financial decisions and enforce accounting policies and procedures.
• Manage financial data analytics.
• Prepare budgets and financial reports by establishing schedules and consolidating financial data.
• Perform annual planning, quarterly forecasting, and monthly variance analysis.
• Act as a business partner to the President and board members by analyzing financial information and making recommendations.
• Provide financial analysis tools for evaluating company ventures and special projects.
• Manage accuracy and productivity of accounts payable, cash disbursements, invoicing, customer credits, collections, payroll, and fixed asset records.
• Develop accounting staff through coaching and performance appraisals.
• Interface with customers and vendors to create alliances for best practices.
• Perform contract reviews and collaborate with Operations.
• Prepare financial analysis and presentations as needed.
• Ensure compliance with legal requirements and file financial reports.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance is required.
• Experience working with B2B and B2C.
• Experience in the transportation, import, and export industry.
• ERP system experience is a MUST.
• Experience in wholesale trade company and big box retailers is preferred.
• Minimum of 7-10 years of work experience in accounting, with 5 years in a supervisory role.
• Experience in conducting the cradle to grave month-end close process, including journal entries and reconciliations.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Exceptional writing and verbal communication skills.
• Possess a high level of personal integrity and a strong work ethic.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in financial analysis and reporting.
• Knowledge of industry-specific regulations and compliance requirements.