Controller

Company: Sherman and Reilly Inc
Location: Chattanooga
Posted on: May 23, 2023

Job Description:

Description:
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Position Overview
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The Controller plays a vital role supporting excellence throughout the Organization. This person will partner with the Finance team to ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance under US GAAP, and will also partner with operational and engineering leadership to measure progress towards productivity and efficiency goals.
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The Controller role offers high visibility and professional growth opportunities for a candidate who thrives on creating, implementing, and sustaining new processes in a growth-oriented environment.
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Reporting Relationships
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Under the direction of the COO/CFO, the Controller manages the daily activities of the finance staff which includes the general accountant, payables and receivables specialists; identifies staff training needs and assists in the coordination of training programs; conducts performance evaluations; and interfaces effectively with all departments throughout the organization.
Requirements:

Reconciles accounts.
Directs daily activities of the finance department.
Manages the month end close process.
Assists with costing of products and annual cost roll.
Assists with the production of financial reports.
Presents recommendations on short- and long-term financial objectives and policies.
Provides financial analysis with an emphasis on capital investments, pricing decisions, and contract negotiations.
Ensures compliance with local, state, and federal government reporting requirements.
Ensures tax compliance with state and federal agencies; coordinates with outside auditors and provides needed information for audits.
Performs other related duties as necessary or assigned.

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Required Skills & Abilities

Proficient in SAP and Microsoft Office Suite.
Excellent management and supervisory skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Excellent organizational and time management skills.

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Education & Experience

Bachelor's degree in accounting is required.
Six years or more of related experience in a manufacturing environment required.
Certified Public Accountant designation preferred.

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Physical Requirements

Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Must be able to lift to fifteen (15) pounds at times.

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Benefits

Company paid holidays and vacation.
Participation in company bonus and incentive programs.
Company group medical, dental, vision, 401(k), STD, LTD, AD&D and Life insurance.

Directs daily activities of the finance department.
Manages the month end close process.
Assists with costing of products and annual cost roll.
Assists with the production of financial reports.
Reconciles accounts.
Ensures tax compliance with state and federal agencies; coordinates with outside auditors and provides needed information for audits.
Presents recommendations on short- and long-term financial objectives and policies.
Provides financial analysis with an emphasis on capital investments, pricing decisions, and contract negotiations.
Ensures compliance with local, state, and federal government reporting requirements.
Performs other related duties as necessary or assigned.

Required Skills & Abilities

Proficient in SAP and Microsoft Office Suite.
Excellent management and supervisory skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Excellent organizational and time management skills.

Education & Experience

Bachelor's degree in accounting is required.
Six years or more of related experience in a manufacturing environment required.
Certified Public Accountant designation preferred.

Physical Requirements

Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Must be able to lift to fifteen (15) pounds at times.

Benefits

Company paid holidays and vacation.
Participation in company bonus and incentive programs.
Company group medical, dental, vision, 401(k), STD, LTD, AD&D and Life insurance.
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