Corporate Controller

Utech Products, Inc; City of Schenectady (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company seeks a Corporate Controller in Schenectady, NY. The role involves oversight of financial reporting and compliance, management of tax obligations, and leadership of the accounting team. With a focus on enhancing financial strategies, the ideal candidate will have strong GAAP knowledge and experience in accounting practices. This full-time position offers a competitive salary range based on experience and skills.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Qualifications

• 5+ years in CPA firm or business environment, Controller experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge in GAAP and tax compliance required.
• Experience leading and mentoring accounting teams.

Responsibilities

• Oversee financial statement preparation and compliance with GAAP.
• Manage tax compliance and collaborate with external auditors.
• Develop and implement internal controls for safeguarding assets.

Skills

GAAP

Tax regulations

Analytical skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Business

CPA preferred

Tools

Sage 100

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

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Base pay range

$85,000.00/yr - $130,000.00/yr

JOB SUMMARY:

Utech’s Corporate Controller will assist the CFO with all financial aspects of the corporation including U.S. and international accounting, taxes, treasury and FP&A, as well as business filings. This role requires advanced knowledge in tax compliance, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), international accounting, accounting policies and procedures, and financial statement consolidation and preparation. The Corporate Controller will ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial statements, manage internal controls, and support strategic financial planning and analysis.

JOB ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Oversee the preparation and distribution of accurate and timely financial statements in accordance with GAAP, ensuring compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements.

• Work with Finance teams in U.S. and abroad to ensure accurate and timely financial statements in accordance with local requirements and/or International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) as well as “stat-to-GAAP” conversion and reconciliations

• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, and develop and maintain financial reporting systems.

• Manage all aspects of tax compliance, including federal, state, local, and international tax returns, ensuring timely filing of all tax documents, collaborate with external tax providers responsible for filing taxes, and work with auditors and tax advisors during tax audits.

• Develop, implement, and monitor internal controls to safeguard company assets, conducting periodic reviews and improvements of these controls.

• Work with U.S. and foreign teams to organize and keep current all corporate documents.

• Assist in developing financial strategies to support company growth by preparing financial forecasts, budgets, and variance analyses, and provide financial analysis and recommendations to senior management.

• Work with U.S. and international Finance teams to prepare and analyze monthly expense and P&L reports for both domestic and international subsidiaries

• Prepare quarterly financial statements complete with management analysis

• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal government requirements.

• Perform other related duties as necessary or assigned

COMPETENCIES:

• Demonstrate strong knowledge of GAAP and tax regulations, with proficiency in cost-accounting, intercompany accounting, accounting software, ERP systems, and advanced Excel.

• Possesses strong analytical skills, with the ability to analyze financial data and provide insights for decision-making, along with excellent problem-solving capabilities

• Good time management ability.

• The ability to solve problems and make decisions, as well as think laterally and offer creative solutions.

• Exhibits effective leadership, with the ability to lead and mentor an accounting team in the U.S. and overseas

• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.

• Shows adaptability in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple priorities with flexibility to adapt to changing business needs

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; Proficiency with Sage 100 preferred

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

Lead and manage the accounting team, including training and performance evaluations; Dotted-line responsibility for international finance team members.

POSITION TYPE/ EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK:

This is a full-time exempt position. Days and hours of work are generally Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., although off-hours may be required to collaborate with foreign affiliates, advisors, or government agencies.

TRAVEL:

Up to 10% travel a year is possible for this position, although none is planned at this time

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Business. CPA preferred

• Minimum Experience: 5+ years in either CPA firm or in a business environment; Prior experience as Controller preferred.

$85,000-$130,000 yearly

OTHER DUTIES:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Finance and Accounting/Auditing

• Industries

  Technology, Information and Media

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Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

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