Controller, Finance & Banking, Financial Reporting

Job Description

We are looking for a Controller to join our team located in Marlboro, Massachusetts. The Controller will play a crucial role in managing the accounting operations, ensuring compliance with US GAAP, and overseeing the preparation of regulatory reporting. The role also involves leading a financial staff and reporting to the VP of Finance.

• Preparation and publishing of monthly financial statements in a timely manner.
• Management of all accounting operations including Billing, A/R, A/P, GL, Revenue Recognition, and Consolidated Reporting.
• Overseeing and assisting in posting journal entries, analyzing and reconciling general ledger accounts, performing month-end closing functions, and generating financial and statistical reports.
• Supervision and leadership of accounting staff, providing direction, motivation, and training.
• Ensuring compliance with US GAAP, including revenue recognition rules.
• Coordinating the preparation of regulatory reporting, including Sales and Use Tax filing.
• Supporting External/Internal audit management, direction, communications, review, schedules, and analysis.
• Overseeing and managing annual financial statement audit and audit of internal controls by both external and internal audit teams.
• Developing and documenting processes to support internal controls and SOX compliance.
• Managing and monitoring cash accounts, including monthly cash flow projections, cash account reconciliations, and foreign currency cash transactions.
• Overseeing, managing, and monitoring accounts receivable and accounts payable transactions, ensuring timely billing and processing of invoices and payments.
• Supporting and managing the payroll function including accounting for labor distribution and coordination and communication with Human Resources.
• Making recommendations and initiating change to improve the speed and accuracy of financial reporting.
• Working with the VP Finance and Director of Finance to develop KPIs for finance and other functions.
• Acting as a resource to the VP Finance in sending reports to the parent company.

• Possess a minimum of 5 years of experience in a Controller role or similar position.
• Demonstrated expertise in Audit - Financial.
• Proficiency in External Reporting processes and procedures.
• Experience with Month End Close operations.
• Familiarity with Regulatory Reporting guidelines and requirements.
• Strong understanding of US GAAP standards and regulations.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proven leadership abilities and experience managing a team.
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field preferred.
• CPA or related certification is a plus.
• Proficiency in using financial software and databases.
• Strong ethical standards and high levels of integrity.
• Ability to strategize and solve problems.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines and multitask in a fast-paced environment.