Our client is seeking a Controller to join their team in Dallas, Texas. In this role, you will oversee all accounting operations and assist with the budget process. This includes managing the accounting team, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting, and developing strategies to improve the financial health of the organization.
Responsibilities:
Manage and oversee the accounting team taking a "hands on" approach to accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, credit and general ledger functions.
Support and advise senior management with timely and insightful reporting and commentary on monthly financial results supporting operational management.
Support senior management in driving performance against financial and operating benchmarks and forecasts.
Own the financial close and reporting cycles, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with GAAP.
Compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
Partner with outside tax consultants to assist with the annual tax preparations.
Own the external audit preparation and execution with outside auditors.
Participate in ongoing efforts to drive cost and waste out of the organization.
Monitor cash flow, approving cash disbursements. and transfers, including signatory authority.
Ensure quality control over financial transactions and financial reporting.
Develop and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls.
Supervise and mentor accounting staff.
Conduct financial analysis, modeling, and cost management.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in accounting. Masters degree is highly preferred.
Prefer CPA certification.
Public accounting experience preferred.
Minimum of 7 years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 3 years in a supervisory role.
Ability to implement/improve processes and internal controls.
Industry experience in wholesale, distribution, or manufacturing preferred.
Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting, including consolidations.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.