Controller Denton, TX

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The Controller is a key leadership role within the finance department, responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the accounting functions, including financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, audits, and compliance. This position ensures the company's financial health and integrity by implementing policies and controls, managing financial systems, and providing accurate financial information to support strategic decision-making. The Controller works closely with senior management to optimize the company’s financial performance and strategic position.

• Prepare accurate and timely financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal government reporting requirements and tax filings.
• Lead the budgeting process, including setting timelines, reviewing departmental submissions, and presenting budgets to management.
• Conduct financial forecasting to guide strategic decisions, identifying potential risks and opportunities.
• Monitor cash flow, manage working capital, and prepare cash flow forecasts to ensure sufficient liquidity.
• Develop and maintain internal controls to safeguard company assets.
• Coordinate with external auditors for annual audits and ensure timely completion of the audit process.
• Provide financial analysis and modeling to support strategic initiatives, capital investments, and cost reduction projects.
• Serve as a financial advisor to senior management, offering insights and recommendations based on financial analysis.

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Not applicable. This position has no direct reports.

• Proven knowledge of accounting principles, practices, standards, laws, and regulations.
• Experience with financial reporting requirements, including GAAP.
• Proficient in accounting software and ERP systems.
• Strong leadership and personnel management skills.

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in financial management.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to interact with all levels of an organization.
• Ability to manage time effectively, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.
• Strategic thinking skills with the ability to translate financial concepts to individuals at all levels, including non-finance managers.

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

CPA or CMA certification highly preferred.

Minimum of 7-10 years of accounting experience, with at least 3-5 years in a controller position or equivalent, preferably in the company's industry.

Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Management Accountant (CMA) preferred.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by

an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable

accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the

essential functions.

• Continuous sitting and repetitive hand motion
• Lifting requirements include occasional lifting of up to 10 pounds.

No commission or bonus plan currently in place

• Introductory -- Will be written at approximately 80 days after employment and will be used to determine whether employee has sufficiently met and performed the job requirements, and will indicate whether employment will continue
• Annual Reviews – Employee will be given a formal regular annual review, which assesses productivity and demonstrated business skills and accomplishments for the previous period.

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