Controller

Aston Carter•Lorain, OH

13d•$50 - $55•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Controller to manage and oversee our financial operations. The ideal candidate will have a robust understanding of budgeting, financial reporting, and vendor management, with a strong accounting background and experience in a similar role. This position requires a detail-oriented individual who can effectively manage resources and provide strategic financial insights to the organization.

Requirements

Strong accounting background and experience as a controller.
Experience in local government financial management.
Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), budget development, and administration.
Ability to manage time well and maintain high attention to detail.
Even-tempered with a low-drama approach.
Knowledge of state auditing requirements.
Knowledge of financial planning, recordkeeping, public finance, and investment of funds.
Knowledge of local, state, and federal tax laws.
Skill in procurement procedures, bond, and tax levy financing.
Ability to direct financial planning, including preparing governmental budgets and financial reports in compliance with GAAP and state specifications.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency in general ledger, accounting, month-end closing, financial statement preparation, financial reporting, and journal entry management.

Responsibilities

Manage budgets and resources effectively and efficiently, understanding the organization's financial position.
Effectively manage vendors and outside service providers, setting expectations and holding them accountable.
Assist the Director and other management staff in preparing specifications and bidding documents for all biddable purchases and sales.
Review formal bids and make recommendations to the Director for major purchases.
Prepare formal resolutions for Board of Trustees consideration and approval.
Provide financial background information and participate in labor contract negotiations when necessary.
Prepare the annual operating, capital, and special fund budgets in cooperation with the Director for Board approval and submission to taxing authorities.
Establish or recommend fiscal objectives for the organization and administer its budget.
Provide analysis of the current financial condition and report to the Board of Trustees monthly.
Publish the organization's annual financial report.
Assist the Director in preparing long-range financial projections.
Prepare projections for salaries and fringe benefits.
Establish and maintain the overall system of accounting, including internal accounting controls.
Oversee the automated accounting system and liaise with accounting system hardware and software vendors.
Receive and deposit all library funds in authorized depository accounts in accordance with regulations.
Monitor all financial aspects of purchasing, receiving, supply, and equipment inventory operations.
Supervise the organization's property, liability, and fiduciary insurance programs.
Maintain inventory of fixed assets.
Maintain and increase knowledge and skills through meetings, conferences, training seminars, and in-service training sessions.
Attend annual continuing education as required by law.
Invest funds in accordance with state statutes and organizational policies and maintain an investment ledger.
Review accounting transactions and make necessary adjustments to financial records.
Prepare annual certificates of estimated resources and appropriation documents for timely submission to the County Budget Commission.
Prepare and submit annual budget and financial reports for local, state, and federal agencies as required by law.
File all financial reports with the appropriate local, state, and federal agencies as required by law.
Provide information and supporting documentation to auditors during state audits.
Follow and document all necessary procedures and laws when dealing with special projects such as tax levy and bond issue financing, capital projects, and grants.