Controller

$80,000 - $100,000/Yr

Floral And Event Design - West Palm Beach, FL

Full-time - Mid Level

West Palm Beach, FL

About the position

The Controller position at a high-end floral and event design company in West Palm Beach, FL, involves overseeing the financial operations of the company, ensuring compliance with GAAP principles, and contributing to strategic growth and profitability. The ideal candidate will be a problem solver with strong time management and organizational skills, capable of working independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Managing accounts payable (A/P) and accounts receivable (A/R)
• Conducting monthly account reconciliations
• Overseeing financial and insurance audits
• Managing various insurances, including worker's compensation and health insurance
• Managing and reporting retirement accounts in accordance with financial and government regulations
• Processing sales taxes for multiple states
• Planning, directing, and coordinating all accounting operational functions
• Communicating effectively with clients, vendors, and team members
• Developing and monitoring business performance metrics
• Processing payroll and retirement contributions
• Overseeing and managing General Ledger accounts

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
• Proven experience as a Controller or similar role
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and practices
• Proficiency in accounting software (Quickbooks is a must) and MS Excel
• Excellent financial acumen and analytical skills
• Ability to handle regulatory reporting requirements effectively
• Minimum 5 years of experience in GAAP, accounting, and as a Controller

Nice-to-haves

• Master's degree
• CPA or MBA
• Experience working in the special events industry

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance