Corporate Controller - Maryville, TN

Corporate Controller

Location:

Maryville, Tennessee, United States.

Shift: 1st shift 8:00 am – 5:00 pm (Mon‑Fri).

Responsible for overall leadership of the accounting and finance functions within the company. Responsible for directing the preparation and review of company financial statements, including approval of journal entries, where necessary, and ensuring all financial close processes are completed timely and accurately. Responsible for preparation and filing of public company financial reports including 8‑Ks, 10‑Qs, 10‑Ks, and proxies. Responsible for establishing internal controls over financial reporting.

Responsible for oversight of treasury and risk management functions. Responsible for the handling of confidential information, requiring good judgment, discretion, and sound technical skills. Must be able to work independently and as part of the larger organization on special projects. Must be able to interact and communicate with individuals at all levels of the organization. The position requires continuous attention to detail and the ability to work in a fast‑paced environment, while managing multiple tasks and priorities.

• Overseeing preparation of financial statements for a publicly traded company, including monthly, quarterly, and annual results
• Preparing and filing public company financial reports, including 8‑Ks, 10‑Qs, and 10‑Ks
• Assisting with the preparation of annual proxy materials, including preparation of executive compensation tables and pay versus performance tables
• Establishing and monitoring internal controls to ensure that accounting activities are in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles, legal and regulatory requirements, and company policies and procedures
• Providing strategic analysis to the CEO and CFO, as required, to drive improved decision making
• Overseeing risk management, including securing appropriate insurance coverage, recommending deductible limits, and overseeing the management of the company's captive insurance company
• Managing treasury functions, including supervising accounts receivable, accounts payable, and payroll departments
• Managing banking relationships, including preparation of quarterly covenant compliance certificates
• Preparing monthly and quarterly cash forecasts
• Administering, in coordination with the human resource department, the employee stock purchase and equity awards programs
• With input from the CFO, review and update accounting policies, procedures, and controls
• Managing the company's relationship with external auditors
• Assisting with merger and acquisition activities, as needed

NOTE:

This list presents only the principal duties of the position and is not intended to be comprehensive. The duties and responsibilities listed above may be changed or supplemented at any time in accordance with business needs and conditions.

• Bachelor's Degree in Business or related field
• Certified Public Accountant, public accounting experience a plus
• History of working for a U.S.
  
  -listed publicly traded company
• 3-5 years' experience in similar role

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to multi-task and willingness to learn new skills
• Ability to manage numerous managers and staff
• Ability to work effectively in a rapidly changing organization
• Ability to deal effectively with deadlines, including monthly closing schedules
• High level of organization, professionalism, and attention to detail
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• High ethical standards; high degree of initiative, self-motivation, perception, and independent judgment
• Demonstrated commitment to company values, policies, procedures, and controls
• Ability to work well with others at all levels of the organization
• Strong working command of the English language, with excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills
• Ability to adapt to rapidly changing priorities, while managing multiple projects

• Must be able to stand, sit, and walk
• Long periods of sitting are required, as well as long periods of working on the computer
• Occasional lifting up to 30 pounds

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