Controller - $140-160k plus 20% bonus & equity

Bell & Associates, Inc.; Independence (MO); On-site; USD 140,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services company is seeking a Director of Accounting in Independence, Missouri to oversee financial systems, manage reports, and ensure compliance with accounting principles. The role demands a Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance with an active CPA license and over 5 years of leadership experience in accounting. This position offers a competitive salary of $140-160k, plus a 20% bonus and equity. Ideal candidates will have solid analytical abilities, experience in payroll, and thrive in fast-paced environments.

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance with an active CPA license.
• Must have over 5 years of experience leading accounting teams with payroll experience.
• Solid knowledge of budgeting, financial closure, and reporting processes.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and maintain accurate financial systems and statements.
• Create and prepare financial reports and forecasts.
• Manage and evaluate accounting practices for process improvement.

Skills

Team leadership

Payroll management

Analytical abilities

Process improvement

Communication skills

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance

Active CPA license

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Director of Accounting/Controller - $140-160k plus 20% bonus & equity

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Base pay range

$140,000.00/yr - $160,000.00/yr

Controller/Director of Accounting

The Director of Accounting is responsible for overseeing and maintaining accurate company financial systems, processes and statements to include but not limited to profit and loss statement, cash flow statement, balance sheet, accounts receivable, and accounts payable. The Director of Accounting is responsible for treasury functions for the company, including banking, credit cards and all financing lines the company may utilize. In addition, compiling monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, successfully completing financial audits, directing the team members, and partnering with consultants (i.e., tax accounting firm, etc.) to manage other financial related work (taxes, payroll, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Assist the President, Chief Financial Officer and other members of the executive leadership team with gathering and analyzing data and reports to make timely financial decisions.
• Create and prepare weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports such as profit and loss statements, cash flow statement, balance sheet, and forecasts to understand the financial state of the business, conducting analysis as needed.
• Continuously evaluate all accounting practices and implement process improvement initiatives that will deliver best practice processes.
• Ensure accounting processes operate within a strong internal control environment, minimizing risk.
• Ensure accounting practices meet all legal and regulatory requirements and compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Provide suggestions on how to reduces costs and maximize profits.
• Administer multi-state and international payroll activities in accordance with company policies and applicable federal, state, and local regulatory requirements.
• Calculate and process all payroll adjustments, deductions, earnings, and garnishments.
• Analyze payroll data as required for new hire/termination reports, payroll tax reporting, insurance deduction, and 401K contributions.
• Manage the calculations, payment and reconciliation of the company’s commission programs.
• Monitor vendor payment agreements to find discounts that will yield savings for the company.
• Research and solve any accounting / financial issues.
• Participate in and manage special projects as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance with active CPA license
• 5+ years of work experience leading teams in accounting. Must have previous payroll experience.
• Solid knowledge of accounting and financial processes (budgeting, financial closure, reporting, etc.) including cost accounting principles as it relates to inventory valuation.
• Understanding of GAAP requirements for business combinations and experience with purchase accounting.
• Demonstrated analytical abilities and ability to quickly connect dots and summarize logical outcomes
• Demonstrated process improvement skills
• Ability to use Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, and Advanced Excel skills) and ERP system.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).
• High performance leader and problem solver that is a self‑starter with personal accountability and follow‑through.
• Thrives in a fast‑paced environment.
• Private Equity experience a plus

Seniority level

• Director

Employment type

• Full‑time

Job function

• Accounting/Auditing and Finance
• Chemical Manufacturing