Controller

Momar - Atlanta, GA

Full-time - Mid Level

Atlanta, GA

Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods

About the position

Momar, Inc., a privately owned specialty chemical manufacturing company based in Atlanta, GA, is seeking a Controller to join the Momar family. The Controller will report directly to the Chief Financial Officer and will be responsible for overseeing the overall financial operations of the company. This role encompasses managing the accounting operations, which include accounts payable (A/P), accounts receivable (A/R), and general ledger (GL) functions, as well as high-level financial reporting, compliance, and internal controls. The Controller will supervise and mentor the accounting team, ensuring efficient execution of accounting functions and overseeing day-to-day accounting activities. This includes managing the month-end and year-end close processes, as well as ensuring the accuracy and compliance of financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements. The Controller will also be tasked with developing and enforcing accounting policies and procedures to ensure consistency and adherence to company policies and accounting standards. In addition, the Controller will develop, implement, and maintain internal control systems to safeguard company assets and ensure accurate financial reporting. This role will involve monitoring and assessing the effectiveness of internal controls, identifying and implementing process improvements to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of financial operations, and optimizing financial systems and reporting tools. The Controller will manage internal and external audit processes, prepare necessary documentation, address audit findings, and ensure timely resolution of audit issues. Furthermore, the Controller will provide financial analysis and insights to support strategic decision-making, preparing reports on financial performance, variances, and key metrics. Collaboration with senior management and the CFO will be essential to support strategic initiatives and financial planning, providing insights and recommendations for financial strategy and risk management.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and mentor the accounting team.
• Oversee day-to-day accounting activities, including month-end and year-end close processes.
• Ensure efficient execution of accounting functions.
• Oversee the preparation and accuracy of financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
• Develop and enforce accounting policies and procedures.
• Ensure consistency and adherence to company policies and accounting standards.
• Develop, implement, and maintain internal control systems to safeguard company assets and ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Monitor and assess the effectiveness of internal controls.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of financial operations.
• Optimize financial systems and reporting tools.
• Manage internal and external audit processes.
• Prepare necessary documentation, address audit findings, and ensure timely resolution of audit issues.
• Provide financial analysis and insights to support strategic decision-making.
• Prepare reports on financial performance, variances, and key metrics.
• Collaborate with senior management and the CFO to support strategic initiatives and financial planning.
• Provide insights and recommendations for financial strategy and risk management.

Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (Masters or CPA preferred).
• 7+ years of experience in accounting or financial management, with 3+ years in a managerial role.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and regulatory requirements.
• Experience working in Microsoft Navision or related ERP systems, preferred.
• Demonstrated leadership and supervisory skills.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and make decisions without supervision.
• Skilled in prioritizing tasks, handling multiple responsibilities, and managing time effectively to meet deadlines.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with strong interpersonal abilities.
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Capable of handling sensitive information with confidentiality.
• Proactive and capable of thriving in a fast-paced work environment.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with financial software and ERP systems beyond Microsoft Navision.
• Advanced Excel skills for financial modeling and analysis.