Controller

Jobot; Norwood (MA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Paid time off

Bonus opportunities

Great Culture

Work Life Balance

Job summary

Jobot is seeking an experienced Controller to join our Accounting and Finance team in Norwood, MA. You will oversee the accounting department, ensure GAAP compliance, and lead monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting with precision and integrity.

The ideal candidate has a strong accounting background, excellent attention to detail, and proven leadership to drive accurate financial statements and regulatory compliance. Salary is competitive with benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; MBA/CPA desirable.
• 5+ years in a senior finance/accounting role.
• Experience with financial statements, GL, and month/year-end close.
• Strong risk management and business acumen.
• Attention to detail, organization, and analytical skills.
• GAAP knowledge and accounting software proficiency (MS Office, esp. Excel).
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accounting department operations and organizational structure to meet goals.
• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements per GAAP.
• Manage day-to-day accounts payable, cash disbursements, invoicing, credits, collections, payroll, inventory, fixed assets, and cost accounting.
• Coordinate preparation of corporate annual report, ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Manage cash flow and financial security for the company.
• Develop and manage financial systems/models; work with management on budgets/forecasts.
• Ensure compliance with finances, tax filings, and reporting regulations.
• Liaise with auditors to monitor finances.
• Identify cost-reduction opportunities through reviews and evaluations.
• Contribute to decisions on financial strategy.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Financial reporting

Team leadership

Cash flow management

MS Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

MBA or CPA desirable

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Controller

Salary: $120,000 - $150,000 per year

About us

We are seeking an experienced, detail-oriented Controller to join our dynamic Accounting and Finance team. This position plays a pivotal role in the financial management of our company, ensuring the integrity of accounting information, leading the preparation of financial reports, and making sure that reported results comply with generally accepted accounting principles. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounting, with a keen eye for accuracy and a deep understanding of financial regulations and legislation.

Why join us

• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Bonus opportunities
• Great Culture
• Work Life Balance

Responsibilities

• Overseeing the operations of the accounting department, including the design of an organizational structure adequate for achieving the department's goals and objectives.
• Leading the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
• Managing the accuracy and productivity of day-to-day activities of accounts payable, cash disbursements, invoicing/billing, customer credits and collections, payroll, perpetual inventory integrity, fixed asset records, and cost accounting.
• Coordinating the preparation of the corporate annual report, ensuring it complies with regulations and standards.
• Managing the company's cash flow, ensuring its financial security.
• Developing and managing financial systems/models, as well as working with management to develop annual budgets and forecasts.
• Ensuring the company complies with all legal and regulatory requirements regarding finances, tax filings, and reporting.
• Liaising with auditors to ensure appropriate monitoring of company finances is maintained.
• Conducting reviews and evaluations for cost-reduction opportunities.
• Contributing to decisions regarding financial strategy.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. An MBA, CPA, or similar qualification is highly desirable.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in a senior-level finance or accounting position.
• Proven experience with financial statements, general ledger functions, and the month-end/year-end close process.
• Solid experience in risk management, along with a deep understanding of business principles and practices.
• Superior attention to detail; organizational and planning skills; analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong knowledge and understanding of GAAP.
• Proficiency in accounting software, Microsoft Office Suite, particularly MS Excel.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• The ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, and multitask.
• High level of integrity, confidentiality, and dependability with a strong sense of urgency and results-orientation.

Join us in this exciting role where you can make a significant impact on our company's financial health and growth. We look forward to reviewing your application!

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