Financial Controller; Onsite Memphis Tn

FINANCIAL CONTROLLER (ONSITE MEMPHIS TN)

The Controller is responsible for managing a portion of the accounting department and working with managers to create a fiscal strategy that aligns with the goals of the organization. The position manages financial reporting, develops accounting principles, maintains accuracy and timeliness, and leads a team to handle general ledger maintenance, financial reporting, year‑end audits, inventory preparation and execution, and budget forecast support.

• Lead, develop and inspire a high‑performing Inventory Accounting team
• Partner with the business to drive the successful implementation and execution of the cycle‑count process for inventory at distribution centres, including coordination with external auditors
• Manage planning, timeline and execution of the consolidated and statutory/unit level financial audits. Address internal and external audit queries as required, promptly addressing any control issues raised.
• Support the team in the monthly closing process through the timely and complete provision of information of fixed asset and inventory positions
• Ensure legal entity and tax consolidation integrity is maintained and provide analyses required by the tax team to meet regulatory filing obligations on time
• Evaluate, improve and maintain processes for fixed asset and inventory management
• Produce error‑free, timely accounting reports and present their results in accordance with the established schedule
• Oversee all inventory (manufacturing, assembly, distribution centre related) accounting & analysis efforts, ensuring accurate transactions and reconciliation
• Train personnel in inventory reconciliation process
• Troubleshoot inventory issues in support of customer service focus and operational and cost improvement efforts
• Review/Approve all inventory adjustments for three locations
• Lead the month‑end/quarterly close process
• Analyze the financial details of past, present, and expected operations to identify development opportunities and areas for improvement
• Develop and execute strategies and standards related to accounting policy, financial reporting, general ledger maintenance, budgeting, and financial systems and controls
• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting close processes and coordinate the preparation of financial statements and filings in compliance with GAAP
• Conduct ad‑hoc analyses of the organization’s finances and present findings to executive leadership for decision making and planning
• Develop internal controls and oversee audits of policies and procedures to preserve the organization’s assets
• Review all journal entries
• Balance sheet reconciliations
• Oversee fixed assets and royalty reporting
• Prepare YOY analysis for expense accounts
• Complete special projects as assigned by VP of Finance
• Demonstrate leadership, best practices and work ethic to assume heightened accounting leadership role
• Advise management on short‑term and long‑term financial objectives, policies, and actions
• Provide direction and assistance to other organizational units regarding accounting and budgeting policies and procedures and efficient control and utilisation of financial resources

The Controller manages a small group of employees within the accounting department and is responsible for their management and hiring.

• 5+ years diverse accounting experience
• Bachelor’s in accounting, preferably a master’s level degree
• CPA or CMA designation preferred
• Must be PC literate
• Proven knowledge of accounting principles, practices, standards, laws and regulations
• Effective communicator