Controller at Reagan Madison Solutions Inc. in Metairie, Louisiana

Controller Position

Controller for The Company, responsible for performing the accounting functions of general accounting, accounts payable and accounts receivable of the business as well as consolidation and GAAP/Non-GAAP reporting (BS, PL, CF) for internal and external purposes. This role is also responsible for income and non-income related taxes and business insurance. More broadly, this role is responsible for leading process and systems improvement in matters affecting accounting, reporting and forecasting.

Ownership of general accounting, monthly close, consolidation and reporting, accounts payable and accounts receivable functions, income and non-income-related taxes and insurance.

Supervise, train, and develop a team of 4 professionals in the areas of General Accounting, Accounts Payable and Credit and Accounts Receivable. Leads the closing process. Leads the annual external audit process.

Manages the month-end closing process for all general accounting activities. Includes, but not limited to, cash, intercompany, accruals, debt-related, leases, intangibles, asset retirement obligations, hedge accounting. G/L account and sub-ledger reconciliations.

Performs consolidation of financial statements, including intercompany reconciliation and foreign currency translation processes. Preparation of financial statements on a monthly basis for external constituents; on a quarterly (10-Q) and annual (10-K) basis both of which included preparation of note disclosure to the financial statements. Assist in the monthly preparation of financial information to be presented to the Board of Directors and financial institutions.

Participates in the development of financial systems, data and reporting to drive productivity and integrity in the financial reporting environment.

Responsible for supplier payment process, including invoice processing, annual 1099 process and day-to-day problem solving. Prepares disbursement forecast for weekly cash flow forecast process. Collaborates with Procurement team to develop and implement strategy for procure to pay process and systems improvements as well as maintaining a strong internal control environment.

Responsible for customer credit and collections process, including establishment and monitoring of and exceptions to credit limits. Coordination with commercial leaders and supply chain on customer acquisition and set up, sales forecast by customer in order to ensure timely assessment of credit issues or changes. Proactive interaction with key customers in the collection of accounts receivable and management of past due amounts.

Prepares collection forecast for weekly cash flow forecast process. Collaborates with commercial and supply chain teams to develop and implement strategy for order to cash process and systems improvements as well as maintaining a strong internal control environment. Supports the annual external audit process, which is led by the Controller/Treasurer.

Strong knowledge and experience in generally accepted accounting principles. Strong financial acumen and analysis capability with the ability to clearly relate financial information to business strategy. Demonstrated experience in all areas of responsibility for this role. Demonstrated experience in process and systems improvement in the areas in the scope of this role. Forecasting and budgeting experience. Very proficient in all MS suite of tools, especially excel, power BI and related add-ons.

Bias for action. Exceptional leadership ability with a focus on continuous improvement in people, processes and systems. Critical thinking, strategic mind-set with the ability to enroll others and translate that to execution and action. Ability and eagerness to partner with various members of the organization both within and outside of Finance.

Minimum 10 years of accounting experience within organizations with direct experience in the areas within the scope of this role, including leadership. Experience working as an accounting manager or financial analyst within a manufacturing or related company with annual revenues of over $200+ million.

Experience working in private equity owned and publicly-traded organizations. 5+ years' experience as a financial manager within a manufacturing organization. Experience with the analysis of M&A activities a plus. Experience in the chemical industry a plus.

Minimum

Required:

B.S. degree in Accounting or other business-related field. Preferred:
Master's degree in Accounting or Business Administration, CPA, or CMA.