Controller--Melville, NY

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JOB TITLE:               Corporate Controller

SUMMARY

 The Controller will provide financial information to key level management. Under general direction of the CFO, the individual will oversee all operations in connection with financial matters including accounts receivable and payable, production, inventory, billing, collections, payroll, and auditing.  Responsibilities further include the training and supervision of all department staff; developing and initiating systems, policies and procedures for transacting financial matters and ensuring that the financial system is accurate, efficient and in accordance with professional accounting practices, governmental regulations and Parent Company policies and procedures.

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

 

·        Prepare reports that summarize and forecast company business activity and financial position in areas of income, expenses, and earnings based on past, present and expected operations.

·        Review weekly and monthly results and make recommendations for improving profitability and reducing waste and inefficiencies.

·        Preparation of budgets.

·        Review company financial statements for accuracy and clarity.

·        Manage the accounting and collections departments.

·        Establish and maintain systems and controls which verify the integrity of all systems, processes and data, and enhance the Company’s value.

·        Work with external auditors on the company financials and manage the internal audit process of the business units

·        Participate in a wide variety of special projects and compile a variety of special reports.

 

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

1.      Managerial accounting experience in a manufacturing environment

a.       Strong cost accounting skills

b.      Must have experience in accounts payable, accounts receivable, inventory, payroll, income tax, and banking

c.       Experience in establishing and maintaining strong internal controls

d.      Internal and external audit experience

2.      Excellent oral and written communication skills

3.      Strong work ethic and the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously

4.      Strong organizational  and analytical skills

5.      Must possess a high degree of proficiency and accuracy in handling detail information and ensure timely processing of the information

6.      High reasoning capability required. Must be able to assess any situation quickly and make sound decisions based on limited information.

7.      Must possess the ability to handle stressful situations and work well under pressure

8.      The ability to maintain confidentiality at all times

9.      Experience with FASB and GAAP procurements and updates

10.  Experience with documentation and test work for Sarbanes Oxley compliance

11.  Candidate must be computer literate with experience in using accounting software, (Oracle  a plus) spreadsheet packages and word processing applications

 

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

This position requires a minimum 4 year degree in finance/accounting .  CPA license strongly preferred.  A minimum of 5 years accounting experience with tenure in a manufacturing environment is required.

 

 

Email resume in Word to thebiggamehunter@cisny.com  ONLY IF YOU HAVE THE EXPERIENCE SOUGHT. Please include the job code with the position.

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