Corporate Controller

Christie; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Christie in Orlando, FL seeks an accomplished finance leader to oversee the Finance team and ensure timely, accurate reporting. The role manages monthly P&L, balance sheet, cash flow, and net debt, reviews adjustments, and coordinates with the VP Finance for consolidation.

The ideal candidate holds an accounting designation, brings ~10 years of accounting experience, and excels in AR/AP, month-end close, and internal controls.

Qualifications

• Holds an accounting designation from an accredited university.
• Approximately 10 years of related accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of all accounting principles and practices.
• Strong understanding of AR and AP functions and month-end closing.
• Ability to manage cross-functional relationships.
• Proficiency in documenting and implementing accounting processes.
• Experience with accounting software applications.

Responsibilities

• Produce monthly P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow, and Net Debt reports.
• Review adjustments posted to period ends.
• Coordinate with VP Finance for Sales consolidation.
• Review all financial reports for accuracy and compliance.

Skills

Month-end close

Financial reporting

Leadership

Internal controls

Journal entries review

Auditing coordination

Interpersonal skills

Excel proficiency

Education

Accounting designation (CPA/CA/ACCA)

Tools

Sage

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Produces accurate and timely financial statements and manages the Finance team.

PRODUCE MONTH-END FINANCIAL REPORTS ON A CONSISTENT BASIS BY:

• Oversee the production of monthly P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow, and Net Debt Reports.
• Review adjustments posted to period ends.
• Coordinate with VP Finance for Sales for inclusion of results in consolidated financial statements.
• Review all financial reports for accuracy and compliance with internal and external accounting guidelines.

APPROVE JOURNAL ENTRIES AND RECONCILIATIONS BY:

• Review and approve all journal entries and reconciliations in accordance with the Responsibility Matrix.

TRAIN, SUPERVISE AND EVALUATE DIRECT REPORTS BY:

• Annually review and evaluate direct reports performance.
• Contribute to a culture of mentorship and continuous improvement.
• Train staff as appropriate.

MANAGE THE INTERNAL FINANCIAL AUDIT BY:

• Plan, coordinate, and deliver required documentation and schedules to the financial audit team in a timely manner.
• Maintain a strong working relationship with the financial auditors.
• Escalate issues to the CFO as they arise.

MANAGE THE IMPLEMENTATION OF FINANCIAL BY:

• Perform implementation of general ledger software and work with the related third-party vendors.

PERFORM ONGOING MAINTENANCE OF THE GENERAL LEDGER SOFTWARE BY:

• Closing out and rolling month end periods in SAGE.

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

• Level-headed problem solver
• Works well with others
• Honesty and integrity
• Responsibility
• Detail oriented and deadline focused
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong team leadership abilities

PROFESSIONAL ATTRIBUTES

• Holds an accounting designation from an accredited university
• Approximately 10 years of related accounting experience
• Strong understanding of all accounting principles and practices
• Strong understanding of AR and AP functions and month-end closing
• Ability to manage cross-functional relationships
• Proficiency in defining, documenting, and implementing accounting and processes
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, specifically Excel
• Experience with accounting software applications