Controller

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Job Title:

Controller

Date revised:

12/27/11

Job Code:

Salary grade:

Reports To:

VP of Finance and Accounting

Job Summary

Uses professional accounting concepts and internal company policies to solve complex accounting issues including the maintenance of internal controls. Participates in and implements monthly financial close, supervises the assignments of the staff accountants to include general ledger, accounts payable and accounts receivable. Prepares monthly management financial reporting package and executive summary schedules. Coordinates and facilitates the process of documenting accounting policies and procedures.

Primary Job Duties

Establishes and maintains an accounting system which guarantees the accurate presentation of financial resultsEnsures the knowledge enhancement and professional development of Finance personnel.Recommends merit increases, promotions and terminations of Finance personnel.Develops and maintains working knowledge of corporate structure, practices, and policies.Responsible for the preparation of the monthly and quarterly financial statements and related disclosures and analysis.Responsible for external reporting to lenders and clientsResponsible for process improvements to key financial processes and internal controlsResponsible for monthly bonus calculationsCoordinate and lead year-end independent financial auditAssist with SSAE 16 and client auditsResponsible for the implementation and support of the development of software (IT projects) to assist in the management, presentation, and reporting of accounting dataResponsible for the training, development, and evaluation of department personnelSupports compliance reporting to state licensing and regulatory bodiesProvides support to HR with payroll processing/uploading of data into accounting systemProvides ad hoc reporting to senior executive teamProvides support in the development of the annual budget and quarterly forecasts

Competencies – Company Core

Action oriented— Enjoys hard work, seizes more opportunities than othersCustomer Focus— Is dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers.Process Management— Good at figuring out the processes necessary to get things done.Integrity & Trust – Is widely trusted, is seen as a direct, truthful individual, keeps confidences, admits mistakes and doesn’t misrepresent him/herself for personal gain

Competencies – Position Specific

Business Acumen—Knows how business works, is aware of how strategies and tactics work in the marketplaceManaging and measuring work— Clearly assigns responsibility for tasks and decisions, sets clear objectives and measures.Directing Others – Sets clear expectations is a clear communicatorPriority Setting – Quickly zeros in on the critical priorities, eliminates roadblocksDecision Quality – Makes sounds decisionsWritten communication – Able to write clearly and succinctly in a variety of communication settings and styles.

Technical/Functional Skills

Ensure compliance with GAAP (General Accepted Accounting Principles)Advanced skill in use of Excel including Pivot tablesIntermediate skill in use of Word, Outlook and PowerpointExceptional communication skills including verbal, written and presentation with ability to vary message based on audience

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in accounting; MBA preferredFive years prior management experienceFive to seven years of progressive accounting experience for a major company or division of a large corporation

Reasonable Accommodations

Reasonable accommodations may be provided by ARS National Services to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions, as defined per Company policy.