Controller

Kinsley Group, Inc; East Granby (CT); On-site; USD 135,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Company-paid life insurance

Disability coverage

Paid time off

Paid holidays

401(k) with company match

Employee assistance programs

Job summary

Kinsley Group, Inc., a family-owned generator service leader, seeks a Controller in East Granby, CT to supervise financial functions and staff. You will oversee financial reporting, closing processes, budgeting, variances analysis, and cash flow management, while upholding company values.

Ideal candidate has 5+ years managing accounting staff, strong US GAAP knowledge, experience with Great Plains and Paylocity, and proficiency in Excel/PowerBI. Competitive benefits offered.

Qualifications

• 5+ years managing an accounting staff.
• Proficient in AR, AP, GL, sales tax preparation and filing, financial reporting, banking, payroll, and internal auditing.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret reports.
• Effective problem-solving skills with timely issue resolution.
• Experience with Great Plains Accounting software and Paylocity preferred.
• Maintain confidentiality of financial information.
• Proficiency in Excel, financial reporting software, and PowerBI.
• Cost-consciousness and ability to operate within budgets.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate financial reports in line with US GAAP and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee revenue recognition practices and EAC estimates with project management.
• Lead annual budget, month-end and year-end closes and reviews.
• Provide monthly variance analyses and explain variances to department heads.
• Drive process improvements with finance supervisors for efficiency.
• Coordinate billing, AR, AP, payroll and banking activities.
• Research transactions affecting financial data and implement recommendations.
• Assist with administration of the 401k plan and Health Savings Accounts.

Skills

People management

US GAAP proficiency

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Confidentiality

Tools

Great Plains Accounting

Paylocity

PowerBI

Excel

Job description

Description

The Kinsley Group is seeking a Controller to join their team! The Controller is responsible for supervising and organizing various financial functions, including financial reporting, monthly and annual financial closings, financial planning and analysis, billing, banking, payroll, benefits costing and payments, and accounts receivable and accounts payable functions. Additionally, they oversee the employees performing these tasks, all while upholding and exhibiting the company’s core values.

Kinsley Group, a family-owned business, has been an industry leader in generator service, sales and rentals for over 60 years. We are a REHLKO generator distributor headquartered in East Granby, CT with locations throughout the northeast. At Kinsley, we are dedicated to exceeding our customers’ expectations in an environment that is enjoyable and rewarding.

Controller Requirements and Responsibilities:

• Accurate financial report preparation in compliance with regulatory agencies, US GAAP requirements, and all local, state, and federal laws
• Manage the revenue recognition practices including contact accounting estimates at completion (EAC) in compliance with US GAAP and working with the project management team.
• Lead the annual budget preparation in coordination with the CFO, year-end/month-end closes & reviews, including weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual financial transactions
• Provide monthly variance analysis and work with department owners to explain variances
• Lead and drive process improvements with the finance supervisors to improve transactional efficiency
• Coordinate and supervise general accounting activities, including billing, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and payroll
• Perform research and investigation of transactions affecting financial data, formulate recommendations, and implement them
• Assist with administration of the company’s 401k plan and Health Savings Accounts
• Assist in salary administration program to ensure compliance and equity
• Provide daily planning, organization, direction, and coordination of financial groups
• Supervise purchasing, credit approval, payroll, and cash flow processes
• Establish appropriate financing for day-to-day operating needs and monitor cash flow and working capital
• Coordinate annual reviews with external auditors
• Manage internal and external relationships with accountants, bankers, collection agencies, insurance agents, attorneys, vendors, and agencies
• Perform other related duties as required

Preferred Controller Skills and Experience:

• Five+ years of experience managing an accounting staff, including hiring, training, directing, and evaluating employees, addressing complaints, and resolving problems
• Proficient in AR, AP, GL, sales tax preparation and filing, financial reporting, banking, payroll, and internal auditing
• Strong analytical skills, utilizing various business math formulas and statistical equations to interpret reports.
• Effective problem-solving skills, identifying and resolving issues promptly
• Experience with Great Plains Accounting software and Paylocity preferred
• Has the ability to maintain confidentiality
• Proficiency in business computing, excel, financial reporting software, and PowerBI
• Cost-consciousness, working within budgets and implementing cost-saving measures

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.

The anticipated compensation range for this position is $135,000 to $175,000 annually. Actual compensation may vary based on skills, experience, certifications, location, and other business-related factors.

Kinsley Group offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, and vision insurance, company-paid life insurance, disability coverage, paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k) with company match, employee assistance programs, and other company-sponsored benefits.