Company Controller

Zip Beverage•Missoula, MT

15h

About The Position

Zip Beverage is a leading beer and beverage distributor serving Western Montana, with operations in Missoula and Butte. We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Controller to join our Missoula team. This role supports our accounting department while also overseeing essential office management duties to help keep operations running smoothly. This is a hands-on role supporting both the financial integrity of the company and the day-to-day office and people operations. The position works closely with ownership and leadership and plays a key role in keeping the business running smoothly. The Controller is responsible for managing the company’s accounting functions while also supporting human resources, benefits and insurance administration, IT coordination, and general office operations. This role supervises a small administrative team and serves as a central point of coordination across departments.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field
Several years of experience in accounting or financial management
Experience with payroll, benefits administration, and HR support functions
Prior experience supervising employees
Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities with accuracy and discretion
Proficiency with accounting software, payroll systems, and Microsoft 365

Responsibilities

Oversee all accounting operations, including accounts payable and receivable, general ledger, bank reconciliations, and month-end and year-end close
Prepare accurate financial statements, internal reports, and management summaries
Support budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management
Ensure compliance with GAAP, internal controls, and company accounting policies
Coordinate with external accountants, auditors, and tax professionals
Manage payroll processing and time tracking
Administer employee benefits, including health insurance and retirement plans
Support onboarding, offboarding, employee records, and HR documentation
Serve as a resource for employee questions related to payroll, benefits, and policies
Manage company insurance programs, including workers’ compensation, liability, vehicle, and property insurance
Coordinate insurance renewals, audits, and claims
Provide answers for employee’s questions regarding insurance, retirement funds, profit sharing, and payroll
Support risk management and compliance efforts (OSHA, DOT, FMCSA)
Serve as the primary point of contact for IT service providers and software vendors
Support accounting, payroll, and office systems. Troubleshooting and quick thinking may be required depending on each scenario.
Assist with system upgrades, transitions, and process improvements
Oversee general office administration and vendor relationships
Supervise and support a small team of employees; provide training and cross-training to ensure operational continuity
Work closely with Vendors, Suppliers, and Retailers to ensure proper reconciliation
Foster an organized, professional, and collaborative office environment