Controller

Viken Detection - Burlington, MA

Full-time - Mid Level

Burlington, MA

Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing

About the position

The Controller position at Viken Detection is a critical role responsible for overseeing the company's accounting operations, ensuring compliance with US GAAP, and enhancing financial processes. The ideal candidate will work collaboratively with internal teams and leadership to support strategic decisions, manage the month-end close process, and lead financial planning and analysis efforts.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all accounting operations, including General Ledger, Tax, Audit, Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), Capital Expenses, and Fixed Assets.
• Manage monthly closings, consolidations, and preparation of consolidated financial results.
• Ensure compliance with US GAAP accounting policies and procedures.
• Supervise the performance of all internal and external accounting resources.
• Establish and maintain corporate accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Develop and implement internal control environments, processes, policies, and standard operating procedures.
• Ensure cost and expense control procedures are in place and analyze cash flow and expenses to guide the executive team.
• Lead and manage the year-end external audit process in coordination with local finance teams.
• Interact directly with external auditors to ensure a smooth audit process.
• Lead the annual budgeting and long-range financial planning process, updating monthly rolling forecasts.
• Track variances between actual results and forecasts, explaining key drivers.
• Collaborate with department heads to develop accurate project budgets.
• Prepare annual and quarterly financial reporting dashboards and provide ongoing financial and analytical support.
• Develop and implement forecasting models for planning and accrual recognition.
• Provide financial support to the leadership team for strategic decision-making.

Requirements

• Proven experience in accounting, internal controls, and financial planning and analysis.
• Strong understanding of US GAAP and financial reporting.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills.
• Ability to collaborate cross-functionally and communicate effectively with all levels of the organization.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient with using QuickBooks is a plus.