Controller

Now CFO•Toledo, OH

16d

About The Position

NOW CFO is a roll-up your sleeves full-service consulting firm specializing in CFO, Controller, and Accounting support services with a singular focus on our client's success. Our expert employees help to identify and create solutions for the various accounting and finance problems that all companies face. We are seeking a Controller who will help us lead client engagements assisting small to mid-sized businesses with various accounting challenges as a full-time, W-2 employee for NOW CFO. Applicant must be a strong, self-starting, organized, dedicated, flexible and energetic individual with a high level of integrity. We're looking for that 'go-to' person that enjoys learning and accomplishing tasks in a fast-paced team environment.

Requirements

Must possess an ability to engage others and to work collaboratively with all departments across the company including the ability to effectively interface with management.
Candidate will contain exceptional written, oral, interpersonal and presentations skills along with the skills to manage multiple priorities effectively with a strong commitment to achieving the goals of the department and the company.
Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance required
8+ years work experience
Experience with the full bookkeeping cycle (GL, AR/AP, reconciliations, etc).
Strong knowledge of corporate accounting and financial systems and processes
Proven knowledge of accounting principles, practices, standards, laws and regulations
High attention to detail and accuracy
Experience supporting Operational Software (i.e., MS Office) preferred

Nice To Haves

CPA/CPA Candidate preferred
Audit experience at a CPA firm preferred
Industry Experience

Responsibilities

Prepare financial statements
Set up internal controls
Cash flow and treasury management
Ad-hoc reporting
Debt covenant reporting
Build cash flow forecast/budgeting
Inventory management
Administer sales, commissions, and compensation plans
Create and Manage Scorecard
Oversee accounting staff
Reconcile accounts
Evaluate & fix accounting systems
Establish accounting foundation
Review trending and analyze accounts
Audit preparation
Customize financial reports
Find area for cost saving
Vendor and customer management
Oversee payroll project management
Process and review monthly, quarterly and yearly accruals
Assist with the process of establishing and monitoring the annual budget
Perform account analysis and reconciliation, including bank statements and intercompany general ledger accounts
Assist in the design and preparation of budgets for review by management
Set up internal control activities