Controller, Accounting, Financial Reporting

Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented, strategically-minded Controller to oversee our financial operations. This individual will be the backbone of our accounting department, ensuring accuracy in high-volume transactions and providing the insights necessary to drive our growth.

Salary Range: 65,

• Manage and oversee the entire accounting cycle, including general ledger accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll processing
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, IFRS, SOX, and other regulatory requirements relevant to wholesale building supplies operations
• Conduct balance sheet reconciliations regularly to maintain accurate financial records and identify discrepancies promptly
• Prepare comprehensive financial reports, including income statements, cash flow statements, and budget variance analyses to support strategic decision-making
• Lead the month-end and year-end closing processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial statement generation
• Implement and monitor internal controls related to financial management, including double-entry bookkeeping and account reconciliation procedures
• Manage cash flow forecasting, banking relationships, and banking transactions to optimize liquidity and cash management strategies
• Coordinate external audits and regulatory reporting requirements with auditors and regulatory bodies
• Utilize accounting software such as Sage, Xero, Quick Books, or similar platforms to streamline financial operations and improve reporting accuracy. Odoo experience preferred
• Support budgeting processes by analyzing financial data to assist in forecasting future performance and resource allocation
• Provide technical accounting guidance on complex transactions involving governmental or non-profit accounting standards when applicable

• Proven experience in corporate accounting within the wholesale or building supplies industry is highly preferred
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, IFRS, SOX compliance standards, and governmental or non-profit accounting practices if relevant
• Demonstrated expertise in financial report writing, account reconciliation, balance sheet management, and account analysis
• Proficiency with various accounting software such as Quick Books, Odoo or similar tools is essential
• Solid understanding of financial concepts including debits & credits, double-entry bookkeeping, budgeting, forecasting, and regulatory reporting requirements
• Experience with cash management strategies and accounts payable/receivable processes is required
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data accurately
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail in managing multiple tasks simultaneously
• Ability to communicate complex financial information clearly to stakeholders at all levels of the organization