Controller

Job Juncture; Hope (AR); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Job Juncture seeks an experienced Controller to join our client's leadership team in Arkansas. This pivotal role oversees the accuracy and timeliness of financial data reporting while collaborating with local and executive management to evaluate performance and drive business strategy.

The Controller will lead internal controls, forecasting, and inventory management improvements, and will develop analytical tools to support decision-making.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting required.
• 5+ years of relevant accounting work experience.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial software systems.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Internal Controls & Compliance: Maintain, document, and regularly audit effective internal controls and ensure adherence to policies including capital spending, asset safeguarding, transaction approvals, and expense reimbursements.
• Financial Data & Accuracy: Verify integrity and completeness of financial transactions using detailed reconciliation and advanced analytical procedures.
• Financial Reporting & Forecasting: Deliver timely, accurate monthly and annual forecasts and report results in full compliance with corporate requirements.
• Strategic Collaboration: Partner with General Manager and department leaders to evaluate financial results, identify operational metrics, and develop actionable strategies.
• Team Leadership: Manage, mentor, and foster growth of accounting staff through hands-on leadership.
• Process Improvement: Develop analytical tools and participate in company-wide initiatives to enhance inventory management and financial systems.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Problem solving

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Financial software systems

Job description

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Controller to join our client's leadership team. In this pivotal role, you will oversee the accuracy and timely reporting of all financial data while collaborating closely with local and executive management to evaluate performance and drive business strategy. You will also lead continuous improvement initiatives across inventory management, financial reporting processes, and analytical tool development.

Key Responsibilities

Internal Controls & Compliance: Maintain, document, and regularly audit effective internal controls. Ensure strict adherence to corporate policies, including capital spending, asset safeguarding, transaction approvals, and expense reimbursements.

Financial Data & Accuracy: Verify the integrity and completeness of financial transactions using detailed reconciliation, reviews, and advanced analytical procedures.

Financial Reporting & Forecasting: Deliver timely, accurate monthly and annual financial forecasts. Report results in full compliance with corporate and division requirements.

Strategic Collaboration: Partner directly with the General Manager and department leaders to evaluate financial results, identify key operational metrics, and develop actionable business strategies.

Team Leadership: Manage, mentor, and foster the professional growth of all accounting department staff through frequent, hands-on interaction.

Process Improvement: Develop new analytical tools and actively participate in company-wide initiatives to enhance inventory management and financial systems.

Qualifications & Requirements

Required:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (4-year)

5+ years of relevant accounting work experience

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial software systems

Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills

Preferred:

Background in public accounting

Hands-on experience with physical inventory management and inventory accounting

Deep expertise in financial reporting frameworks and internal control implementation