Controller

Nackard Bottling Company•Flagstaff, AZ

20d•Onsite

About The Position

The Controller oversees the company’s accounting operations, maintains accurate financial records, produces timely and reliable financial reporting, and strengthens financial controls and processes. The role supports management decision-making through financial analysis, planning, and coordination of core accounting activities. The Controller leads the A/R, A/P, and general ledger accounting team and supervises, develops, and reviews the work of accounting staff.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance.
Minimum 8 years of professional accounting experience.
Minimum 3–5 years of experience leading, mentoring, and developing high-performing teams.
Demonstrated success in progressive accounting positions, including general ledger, financial reporting, and month-end close responsibilities.
Strong understanding of accounting principles, internal controls, and financial reporting practices.
Ability to interpret financial results, explain variances, and provide practical recommendations to management.
Excellent attention to detail, organization, problem-solving, and analytical skills, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and experience with accounting software and financial reporting systems.

Nice To Haves

CPA or other relevant certification.

Responsibilities

Oversee the general ledger, month-end and year-end close, account reconciliations, and preparation of accurate financial statements.
Manage and review accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash receipts, deposits, and other day-to-day accounting activities to ensure timely and accurate processing.
Prepare and present monthly financial reports and management analysis, including explanations of significant variances from budget, forecast, and prior periods.
Lead the annual G&A budgeting and forecasting process in coordination with department managers and executive leadership.
Maintain and improve internal controls, accounting policies, procedures, and documentation to protect company assets and support accurate reporting.
Coordinate the preparation of tax filings, audits, insurance requests, and other financial information with external accountants, auditors, and advisors, as applicable.
Supervise and develop accounting staff, establish priorities, review work for accuracy, and support training and performance development.