Controller $125-150k plus 20% bonus

Controller

$125-150k plus 20% bonus

Kansas City, KS

Bell & Associates has been engaged to find our client their next Controller. The Controller reports to the VP Finance and has primary responsibilities that include managing the monthly, quarterly, and annual preparation, analysis and issuance of financial statements to the company’s leadership team. In this role you will be responsible for managing all aspects of the Company’s accounting operations, including aggregation and reconciliation of all revenue generating and expenditure activities. You will have frequent interface with key operational personnel, customers, and vendors to gather the data and information to build the necessary datasets, conduct analysis and issue periodic reporting. You will be responsible for hiring, development and leadership of the company’s accounting team members and creating an engaging work environment for your team that promotes retention.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee the accounting operations of the company including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and financial reporting.
• Manage and review month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, with a focus on accuracy, timeliness, and completeness of all financial records.
• Prepare journal entries, account reconciliations, and relevant supporting documentation in accordance with GAAP.
• Maintain accurate accounting for the company’s fixed assets and leases.
• Liaise with regional payroll operations to ensure accuracy and appropriate controls are in place throughout the entire process.
• Understand and manage regional accounting operations to meet accounting policies, schedules and procedures of the company.
• Provide analysis of financial data and prepare financial statements and internal management reports.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant local, state, and federal laws and regulations.
• Identify and recommend improvements to accounting procedures, software, and systems.
• Manage and train accounting team members and ensure their work is accurate and timely.
• Support development of the regional operating company's budgets, forecasts, and financial projections.
• Provide support to the corporate accounting team to support periodic and annual financial audits.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree with an accounting major is required. MBA or CPA are a plus.
• 7+ years of accounting experience preparing or auditing financial statements and analyzing functional components.
• Must have experience managing/leading a team.
• Ideal candidates will have experience in auditing or a corporate accounting environment.
• Excellent knowledge of accounting principles, practices, and procedures.
• Demonstrated knowledge/understanding of U.S. GAAP and SALT tax regulations.
• Knowledge of accounting software – Sage preferred.
• Demonstrated excellent financial and quantitative skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Advanced capability in Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal & presentation skills.
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to learn quickly and adapt / flex to changing demands and business needs/requirements.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to work independently to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work in a collaborative, creative team environment.

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Bell & Associates, Inc. is a recognized Executive Recruiting & Staffing leader based in Kansas City. We focus and specialize in the following practice areas - Accounting/Finance, Engineering, Executive Leadership, Financial Institutions, Healthcare, Human Resources, Information Technology, Manufacturing/Operations Management. We provide top talent to our clients on a Direct Hire, Contract, and Contract-to-Hire basis.