Controller - Full Benefits

System One; Chevy Chase (MD); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental & Vision

401(k) plan

Life insurance

Job summary

System One in Bethesda, MD is seeking a seasoned Controller to lead accounting operations, oversee audits and taxes, and supervise payroll and AP staff. The role covers US and international activities, internal controls, and policy recommendations.

Strong leadership, compliance discipline and cross-border coordination are essential. With 10+ years in accounting and a related bachelor's degree, you will manage monthly closes, bank relationships, credit arrangements, and reports for executive

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance or related field.
• Experience managing accounting tasks and staff.
• Thorough knowledge of accounts payable/receivable, GL, journals, bank reconciliations, and financial statements.
• Experience with JAMIS or Deltek CostPoint is preferred.
• Analytical, detail-oriented and organized with strong communication.

Responsibilities

• Perform monthly balance sheet account analysis.
• Perform budget vs. actual analysis monthly for the Corporate division.
• Prepare various cash, AP discount, and capitalization reports.
• Review and approve accounts payable per company policy.
• Review and approve applications for new credit arrangements.
• File returns to obtain federal fuel credits quarterly.
• Process journal entries monthly and complete monthly tax returns.
• Manage audits, tax returns, state payments and annual reports.
• Assist with Branch Financial Analysis preparation.
• Conduct internal audits and report results to CFO.
• Prepare vendor analysis reports for CFO.
• Communicate with banks about sweep accounts and LOC renewals.
• Monitor cash balance daily and alert CFO if LOC is low.
• Supervise payroll and accounts payable staff according to policies and laws.
• Interview and train employees; plan, assign and direct work; appraise performance.
• Oversee international payroll/correspondence (UK, Germany, Italy).
• Improve internal controls and processes across managed areas.
• Recommend policies relating to financial and business practices.
• Ensure compliance with accounting and tax laws.

Skills

Analytical

Detail oriented

Organized

Excellent communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Tools

JAMIS

Deltek CostPoint

Job description

Job Title: Controller
Location: Bethesda, MD
Type: Direct Hire
Compensation: Negotiable, full benefits

Responsibilities

• Perform monthly balance sheet account analysis.
• Perform budget vs. actual analysis for the Corporate division on a monthly basis.
• Prepare various cash, AP discount, and capitalization reports.
• Review and approve accounts payable such as verifying that payables comply with company policy.
• Review and approve applications for new credit arrangements.
• File necessary returns to obtain federal fuel credits on a quarterly basis.
• Process necessary journal entries on a monthly basis and complete monthly used tax returns.
• Manage the annual US and International audits; the US and international tax returns; quarterly state tax payments; annual state reports, and preparation of necessary forms and documents.
• Assist with the preparation of the Branch Financial Analysis.
• Perform internal audits of the various branch operations and report results to the CFO.
• Prepare vendor analysis reports and communicate findings to the CFO.
• Communicate with company's bank representatives regarding the initiation and monitoring of sweep accounts and the renewal of line of credit accounts.
• Monitor cash balance on a daily basis and notify CFO when line of credit is low.
• Directly supervise payroll and accounts payable employees and carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws.
• Handle interviewing and training employees; planning, assigning and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
• Supervise/handle all international payroll/correspondence related to our UK, German, and Italy etc.
• Improve processes and internal controls in all areas managed.
• Recommend policies and procedures relating to financial and business practices to the company.
• Ensure that accounting and tax laws are followed to satisfy state and federal regulatory requirements.

Requirements

• 10+ years experience in an accounting or finance role of increasing responsibilities.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Experience managing accounting tasks and staff.
• Thorough knowledge of all accounting functions including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, journal entries, bank reconciliations, and financial statements.
• Experience with an accounting system such as JAMIS or Deltek CostPoint.
• Must be analytical, detail oriented, and organized.
• Display ability to be an active problem solver and a good communicator.

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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