Corporate Controller

The Corporate Controller will manage all accounting related aspects of Ferrellgas’ operations. This includes executing monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes in accordance with US GAAP, supporting external and internal audits, overseeing monthly settlements processes, and preparation and communication of financial results to the executive team and to Ferrellgas’ consolidations group.

Responsibilities:

• Oversees compilation and analysis of financial information.
• Prepares monthly/quarterly financial statement packages (including income statement, balance sheet & cash flow) on division results that are distributed to management, ensuring completeness, accuracy, and timeliness of reporting.
• Performs statistical analysis on results to determine trends, estimates, and significant changes.
• Manages workload for senior and staff accountants and provide professional feedback.
• Acts as the primary point of contact to coordinate and support internal and external audits.
• Manages the overall process of internal control review, development of control documentation, and oversees successful adherence to controls.
• Coordinates and provides support for budgeting and forecasting, including the financial programs and modeling tools used.
• Reviews all financial journal entries and oversees reconciliations.
• Performs or directs the preparation of materials for the Board or shareholders.
• Prepares multiple state agency reports for tax purposes.
• Maintains good corporate relations with customers, vendors, banking institutions, auditors, owner companies and other affiliates.
• Works on special projects as needed and other duties as assigned by the CFO.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance.
• 8+ years’ experience in accounting or finance with relevant controllership roles in medium to large public companies.
• Experience leading a team of geographically disperse accounting professionals.
• CPA is required.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and experience researching technical accounting topics.
• Ability to work effectively with all levels of an organization, from clerical staff to executives.
• Experience using an ERP system; ERP system implementation is preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Demonstrated analytical skills with great attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with staff and management.
• Strong time-management and organizational skills with the ability to effectively multi-task and delegate.
• Must be a Citizen or National of the United States, a lawful, permanent resident, or have authorization to work in the United States.
• Applicants must not now, or any time in the future, require sponsorship for an employment visa.