Insero Talent Solutions has partnered with a premier manufacturer in Farmington, NY to recruit a Controller.

Company Summary:

Our client is a privately held company with over 50 years of being one of the top suppliers within their industry providing top quality products and services to their customers across the US.

They have 3 locations in the US and have partnerships worldwide to help their customers by providing quality products and services.

Position Summary:

The Controller is responsible for overseeing general accounting and financial reporting, and financial services including credit, A/R and A/P. Along with leading and managing financial resources to achieve company goals and improve performance and profitability.

The Controller will be responsible for implementing and maintaining a system of internal controls ensuring company assets are adequately safeguarded and all financial reporting is prepared in compliance with all financial policies and US GAAP.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leading, developing, and managing the finance department and policies and procedures.
• Overseeing accounts payables and receivables, monitoring cash disbursements and receipt ensuring compliance with the Company’s policies and procedures.
• Implementing and maintaining internal controls ensuring company assets are safeguarded and financial reporting is prepared in accordance with financial policies and US GAAP.
• Evaluating trends to establish accounting operational strategies and maintaining and publishing key critical metrics and comparing performance with operating plans and standards along with facilitating corrective actions to improve results.
• Developing annual budget and financial projections, budget and forecasting preparation, and advising departments on the collection and analysis of data.
• Managing system and accounting software and involved with changes and improvements.
• Managing proper timing and application of revenue recognition rules.
• Supervising registration and filing of applicable returns.
• Responsible for month and year-end closings, including reporting.
• Working with outside CPA firm regarding taxes, tax regulations, strategies, and filing returns.
• Monitoring inventory levels and advise management regarding variance in budget. Minimizing inventory investments by analyzing turns, recommending inventory levels and reorder points.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA/CMA/CGMA/MBA are desired.
• 6+ years’ experience in manufacturing and 3+ years in a leadership position.
• Working knowledge in automated accounting systems and providing high-level financial analysis.
• Highly proficient accounting software and Microsoft applications.
• Demonstrating strong leadership skills and ability to form, lead and develop high-performing cross-functional teams.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to communicate effectively with all staff.