Controller

Telligen•West Des Moines, IA

About The Position

As the Controller, you will direct and control financial management and financial reporting, oversee the use and maintenance of accounting systems, and maintain internal controls. You will manage overall balance sheet management and oversee payroll, billing, accounts receivable, and accounts payable/expense reporting functions. You will also manage financial and federal audits and oversee corporate income tax reporting.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting
4+ year experience managing personnel
7+ years experience in financial statement preparation
Strong working knowledge of advanced accounting principles and job costing
Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced and deadline-driven environment
Strong communication, customer service, and organizational skills

Nice To Haves

CPA preferred
Knowledge of FAR or experience in Federal contracting a plus

Responsibilities

Lead and direct general accounting functions, payroll, billing & accounts receivable, accounts payable and expense reporting, and financial statement preparation
Oversight of balance sheet accounts
Implement, maintain, and monitor related accounting policies, processes and procedures
Oversee accounting systems, integration with third party systems and other related financial management tools
Drive effective leverage of accounting systems to achieve control and efficiency objectives
Oversee financial reporting structure
Responsible for internal controls and segregation of dutie
Direct financial audits, both federal and external annual audits, oversee income tax reporting and corporate income tax planning and compliance
Prepare financial reports for internal and external uses
Motivate, hire, train and coach employees to meet optimal performance
Conduct performance evaluations and establish expectations, provide timely feedback to employees
Manage fiscal and personnel resources effectively and efficiently