Controller

Kforce Inc; Melville (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Kforce Inc. is seeking a Controller in Melville, New York. The role reports to the VP of Operations and focuses on data analysis, financial statement preparation, budgets, and internal controls. Responsibilities include payroll, payables/receivables, reconciliations, and assisting with audits.

Key duties include leading financial reporting, reviewing contracts for compliance, and developing efficient accounting processes. A strong leader with integrity is essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or similar concentration.
• 8+ years of experience in accounting management with 5+ years in a management position.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other accounting software.
• Knowledgeable in financial forecasting, accounting principles and financial data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, implement the company's fiscal functions including cash flow and profitability analysis.
• Lead weekly, monthly, and quarterly financial reporting and analytics for leadership.
• Review contracts for clients, contractors and sub-contractors and monitor compliance with contract terms.
• Establish internal processes for accounting and billing and monitor progress.

Skills

Accounting leadership

Financial forecasting

Excel proficiency

Regulatory knowledge

Decision making

Education

Bachelor's in Finance

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

MS Excel

Job description

Responsibilities

A Kforce client is seeking to hire a Controller in Melville, New York (NY). Summary: The Controller will be reporting to the VP of Operations, with responsibilities including data analysis, preparation of financial statements, budget reports, identifying discrepancies, and assisting in establishing sound internal controls. Other duties include managing payroll, accounts payable/receivable, reconciling accounts, and assisting with financial audits. Responsibilities Include:

• Plan, develop, implement the company's fiscal functions including cash flow; Profitability analysis; Capital; Credit and collection policies, and compliance with regulatory, tax, and contractual obligations
• Plan, coordinate and lead weekly, monthly, and quarterly financial reporting and analytics, communicating opportunities, risks, and performance issues to leadership
• Review contracts for clients, contractors and sub-contractors and monitor compliance with all provisions of the contract
• Establish internal work processes for financial department (including accounting and billing) and monitor their progress
• Use data analysis to forecast financial trends
• Direct the maintenance of general and subsidiary ledgers, accounts payable, accounts receivable, revenue distribution, depreciation, payroll, cost, property, and operating expenses, and insurance records
• Analyze and interpret financial data and present the information with reports and presentations to senior management
• Participate in Mergers and Acquisitions projects including due diligence and integration processes
• Manage the finance/accounting department, training new employees as necessary

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or similar concentration; Master's degree preferred
• 8+ years of experience in accounting management with 5+ years in a management position
• Approachable leadership style with experience leading departments and individuals and developing new leaders
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other accounting software
• Knowledgeable in financial forecasting, accounting principles and financial data analysis
• Outstanding integrity, solid moral judgment, ability to make important decisions under pressure
• Commitment to hours necessary to complete assignments

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.