Controller

Job Highlights

POSITION SUMMARY

The Controller, under minimal management, provides supervision and control of the finance functions with a focus on month/quarter and year-end closing process and planning/budgeting/forecasting. This position customarily and regularly exercises discretion and independent judgment making recommendations for courses of action for the business.

Job Summary & Requirements

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Manages the fixed asset system, calculates and books depreciation while ensuring compliance with corporate policy.
• Reconciles accounting inaccuracies or imbalances.
• Prepares monthly, quarterly, and year-end journal entries.
• Meets strict month end, quarter end, and year end close deadlines for journal entries and reporting.
• Prepares financial statements to summarize and forecast the company’s financial status.
• Produces and manages balance sheets and analyzes future earnings and expenses.
• Assists with the management of accounting, auditing, and budgeting with the organization.
• Assists with preparations for audits.
• Ensures compliance with and prepares reports according to GAAP and any applicable government regulations.
• Uses accounting software to maintain records and prepare reports.
• Coordinates with and prepares reports for the General Manager and upper management.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Highly skilled in math, accounting, and financial processes
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Detail oriented and highly organized
• Skilled in time management and prioritization
• Excellent critical thinking skills
• Solid understanding of GAAP and applicable regulations
• Ability to make independent decisions
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Applications and other systems as required
• Knowledge of JD Edwards, Syman, and Hyperion software preferred
• Multi-Site Responsibility for Batavia, IL and Sioux Falls, SD facilities
• Candidate can reside close to either facility with monthly commutes to other facility.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration or related field.
• At least 3 years’ experience in accounting
• Accounts payable, accounts receivable, costing, and general ledger experience

CCLprovides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employmentwithout regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics,protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.