The Controller is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day internal accounting operations of the Company. This includes managing and supervising all aspects of accounting from payroll and billing to month end financial reporting. This position will report to the Chief Executive Officer and will assist with the development of policies, procedures and implementing financial strategies to achieve the company’s goals.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: – Other duties may be assigned:

• Manage all aspects of accounting; billing, financial statements, general ledger, payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, budgeting, tax compliance, and revenue recognition.
• Financial Reporting: Prepare and oversee the preparation of accurate and timely financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements, ensuring compliance with GAAP.
• Billing: Working with department heads to complete monthly billing to all clients.
• Oversee Payroll (bi-weekly and semi-monthly). 
• Cash Management: Monitor the company’s cash flow and oversee the management of the company’s working capital, including the timely collection of accounts receivable and payment of accounts payable
• Financial Analysis: Conduct financial analysis to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement, and provide recommendations to the Executive Leadership Team
• Compliance: Ensure compliance with all local, state and federal laws regarding payroll, finances, tax filings and government reporting.
• Work directly with Insurance Broker on renewals of all Business lines of Insurance.
• Budgeting and Forecasting: Develop and oversee the company’s budgeting and forecasting process, including the development of financial models and analysis to support decision-making.
• Team Management: Manage and develop the staff, ensuring they have the necessary skills and resources to carry out their responsibilities.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting.
• Minimum of 5-10 years of experience in accounting, preferably in an Accounting firm or professional services firm.
• Must maintain a high degree of confidentiality.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills as well as organizational skills with the ability to multitask, prioritize and work under pressure. Must also have a great attention to detail.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and leadership skills. Must be able to work well with senior executives and team as well as mentor/lead other team members.
• Proficiency in QuickBooks.
• Experience working with Paychex is not required, but beneficial.
• Computer skills: exposure to a networked environment using a Windows interface, proficient in Excel, Word and PowerPoint

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

NOTE: This is largely a sedentary role; however, filing is required. This would require the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets and bend or stand as necessary.