Controller, Accounting, Accounting Manager

An innovative and fast-growing food manufacturing company headquartered in UT is seeking an experienced Corporate Controller to join our team. The Corporate Controller will be a key member of the Corporate Accounting team based in Cache Valley, Utah. This individual will be responsible for financial reporting, accounting and control functions and will oversee the accounts receivable & accounts payable shared services team.

The Corporate Controller will be responsible for process improvements and efficiencies.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Corporate Controller will lead / manage an accounting team of 3-5 people.
• Prepare, analyze, and present financial statements, including COGS and inventory analyses.
• Maintain and review and/or prepare account reconciliations for all assigned entities for all accounts, including cash, a/r, inventory, prepaids, fixed assets, a/p, accrued liabilities, lease liabilities, long-term debt and equity.
• Review of physical inventory results for unusual items and coordinate resolution with plant personnel.
• Manage the monthly close process include recording journal entries and performing detailed account reconciliations/analysis.
• Develop and maintain cost accounting system for manufactured food products in the ERP system.
• Ensure validity and accuracy of ERP through analysis, internal audit, and coordination with inventory control, production, and work order processing.
• Assist in developing and documenting policies and procedures and internal controls.
• Maintain and improve processes and controls associated with manufacturing costs and inventory valuation.
• Assist various other departments with accounting related issues (e.g., G/L coding questions), especially as it pertains to inventory and purchase orders.
• Assist with ad hoc financial analysis/ reports, systems upgrade, process improvements, etc.
• Manage monthly inventory counts, reporting on variances, verifying inventory adjustments required, getting approvals for adjustments, and summarizing data for management review. This will include occasional travel.
• Responsible for annual audit including physical counts with external auditors, and preparation of all required audit support schedules and documentation.
• Monthly review of repairs and maintenance accounts for capitalizable items.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Accounting bachelors degree.
• CPA, CMA, preferred or equivalent experience.
• 7+ years of accounting experience, preferably in a food manufacturing environment.
• Advanced User of Excel; ERP system experience.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Solid math and analytical skills.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to build a team.
• Requires flexibility and willingness to work as part of a team.
• Strong communication skills - both oral and written.
• High initiative with the ability to take processes to the next level.

BENEFITS:

• Medical Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance and AD&D, Employer Paid
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401K, Employer Match
• PTO / Vacation Pay & Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Maternity/Paternity/Adoption Leave
• Bereavement Pay

The Company is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, pregnancy, leave status, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic or status protected by national, federal, state, or local law.

Compensation details: Yearly Salary

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