Financial Controller

EMD Sales Inc; Maryland; On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Retirement plan

Job summary

EMD Sales Inc. in Maryland is seeking an experienced Financial Controller to lead all accounting and financial operations.

This hands-on, on-site role requires deep technical accounting expertise, strong leadership, and the ability to deliver financial insight to support executive decision-making. You will oversee AP/AR, payroll, GL; drive month-end closes and external audits; ensure GAAP compliance; and lead budgeting, forecasting, and internal controls.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration (required).
• 6–10 years of progressive accounting and financial management experience.
• Deep knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting standards.
• Experience managing full-cycle accounting operations.
• Wholesale or distribution industry experience, preferably in food/grocery or related industries.
• Proven leadership and management experience.
• Advanced proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Excel.
• CPA or CMA certification preferred.
• Bilingual (English & Spanish) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all accounting functions including Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), Payroll, and General Ledger.
• Manage and streamline the month-end and year-end close processes.
• Supervise and mentor accounting staff to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
• Prepare, analyze, and publish monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and all other applicable regulatory standards.
• Present financial reports and performance analyses to executive leadership.
• Monitor financial performance and identify trends and risks.
• Leverage accounting software to evaluate financial results and profitability.
• Collaborate with department leaders to control costs and improve profitability.
• Develop and maintain strong internal control systems.
• Lead the annual budgeting process and ongoing financial forecasting.
• Coordinate and manage tax compliance and external audits.
• Provide financial modeling, scenario planning, and strategic analyses.

Skills

Leadership

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Financial analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in Accounting/Finance/Business Administration

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY

EMD Sales Inc. seeks an experienced Financial Controller to lead and manage all accounting and financial operations of our organization. The ideal candidate will possess deep technical accounting expertise, leadership experience, and the ability to provide financial insight that supports executive decision-making. This is a hands-on, on-site leadership role that requires a professional committed to financial integrity, compliance, and operational efficiency and excellence. We are offering a competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefits, including health, dental and retirement.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Accounting Operations Management

• Oversee all accounting functions including Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), Payroll, and General Ledger
• Manage and streamline the month-end and year-end close processes
• Supervise and mentor accounting staff to ensure accuracy and efficiency
• Maintain accurate financial records and documentation

Financial Reporting

• Prepare, analyze, and publish monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and all other applicable regulatory standards
• Present financial reports and performance analyses to executive leadership
• Monitor financial performance and identify trends and risks
• Leverage accounting software to evaluate financial results, including product and customer profitability
• Collaborate with department leaders to control costs and improve profitability

Internal Controls & Risk Management

• Develop and maintain strong internal control systems
• Implement policies and procedures to reduce financial risk and prevent fraud and waste
• Conduct internal audits and ensure compliance with company policies

Budgeting & Forecasting

• Lead the annual budgeting process and ongoing financial forecasting
• Monitor variances between projected and actual results and provide corrective recommendations

Compliance & Audit

• Oversee tax compliance and ensure timely filing of income and payroll taxes
• Coordinate and manage external audits
• Ensure adherence to federal, state, and local financial regulations
• Prepare and manage bank-mandated reporting

Strategic Advisory & External Relations

• Serve as a key financial advisor to the our senior leadership team
• Work closely with outside professional advisors including auditors and financial consultants
• Provide financial modeling, scenario planning, and strategic analyses
• Support long-term growth initiatives through financial insight and data-driven recommendations

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelors Degree or Higher in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration
• 6-10 years of progressive accounting and financial management experience
• Deep knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting standards
• Experience managing full-cycle accounting operations
• Wholesale or distribution industry experience, preferably in food/grocery or related industries
• Proven leadership and management experience
• Advanced proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Excel
• CPA or CMA certification preferred
• Bilingual (English & Spanish) preferred

Equal Opportunity Employer EMD Sales Inc. is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.