Financial Controller

Ledgent-Finance-; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 153,000 - 187,000; Full time

Job summary

Ledgent-Finance- is seeking a Financial Controller to oversee accounting operations, financial reporting, internal controls, and compliance. You will work with senior management, auditors, and tax advisors to ensure accurate financial information and strong governance.

The role requires a degree in accounting, professional certifications, and 5–10 years of experience in accounting and leadership. You will manage audits and ERP systems, including NetSuite implementations, and drive process

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or equivalent.
• CPA/ACCA/ACA/CIMA or equivalent required.
• Typically 5-10 years of progressive accounting and finance experience, with supervisory or management exposure.
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting, budgeting, and internal controls.
• Experience with ERP/accounting systems and advanced spreadsheets.

Responsibilities

• Manage the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Ensure accurate month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Maintain the general ledger and oversee reconciliations.
• Review financial results and investigate variances.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, tax regulations, and policies.
• Coordinate audits with internal and external stakeholders.
• Oversee cash flow, working capital, and bank reconciliations.
• Lead ERP-System implementations and upgrades.

Skills

Financial analysis

ERP systems

Audit management

Budgeting

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

CPA / ACCA / ACA / CMA / CIMA or equivalent

Tools

NetSuite ERP

Job description

Salary: USD170000 - USD170000 per year

Job Summary

The Financial Controller is responsible for overseeing the organization's accounting operations, financial reporting, internal controls, and compliance activities. This role ensures the accuracy and integrity of financial information, supports management decision-making, and maintains effective financial policies and controls. The Financial Controller works closely with senior management, auditors, tax advisors, banks, and operational teams to ensure strong financial governance and efficient financial operations.

Job Responsibilities

• Manage the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Ensure accurate and timely month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Maintain the general ledger and oversee account reconciliations.
• Review financial results and investigate significant variances.
• Ensure accounting transactions are recorded accurately and consistently.
• Maintain appropriate accounting policies and procedures.
• Monitor actual financial performance against budgets and forecasts.
• Prepare management reports, financial analyses, and performance dashboards.
• Analyze revenue, expenses, margins, cash flow, and other key financial indicators.
• Provide financial insights and recommendations to management.
• Support business planning and strategic decision-making.
• Develop, implement, and maintain effective internal financial controls.
• Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards, tax regulations, and company policies.
• Identify financial and operational risks and recommend appropriate controls.
• Maintain appropriate approval authorities and segregation of duties.
• Coordinate internal and external audits and ensure timely resolution of audit findings.
• Monitor cash flow and working capital requirements.
• Manage banking relationships and bank reconciliations.
• Oversee payment processes and cash management.
• Prepare cash-flow forecasts and identify potential funding requirements.
• Monitor accounts receivable, accounts payable, and working-capital performance.
• Coordinate the preparation and submission of applicable tax and statutory filings.
• Work with external tax advisors and regulatory authorities as required.
• Ensure statutory financial records and documentation are properly maintained.
• Monitor changes in accounting and tax regulations that may affect the organization.
• Supervise and develop accounting and finance team members.
• Establish clear responsibilities, performance expectations, and deadlines.
• Review the work of accounting staff and ensure appropriate quality controls.
• Promote continuous improvement and professional development within the finance function.
• Maintain the integrity of accounting and financial systems.
• Identify opportunities to automate and improve finance processes.
• Strengthen reporting, controls, documentation, and workflow efficiency.
• Lead the ERP-NetSuite implementation and other finance-system or upgrades.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting
• Professional accounting qualification such as CPA, ACCA, ACA, CMA, CIMA, or equivalent is required.
• Typically 5-10 years of progressive accounting and finance experience, including supervisory or management experience.
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting, accounting principles, budgeting, and internal controls.
• Experience with ERP/accounting systems and advanced spreadsheet applications.
• Previous experience managing audits, tax compliance, and statutory reporting is preferred.

Key Skills & Competencies

• Strong financial and accounting knowledge.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong leadership and team-management capabilities.
• Effective communication and stakeholder-management skills.