GENERAL PURPOSE OF JOB

The Controller manages the overall accounting and finance activities of the Grange Co-op, under the supervision of the Chief Executive Officer.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and administer accounting policies and procedures
• Provide accurate and timely financial management reports, including, but not limited to, internal and external monthly financial statements, annual audits and annual budgets
• Take ownership of Grange Co-op’s annual budget process and ensure the preparation, consolidation and distribution of budgets and related reports
• Review ongoing operation results and prepare appropriate reports, financial information and recommendations for review by management
• Ensure a timely monthly accounts payable close and assist accounts payable team as needed with purchase orders, receiving reports and other items
• Ensure a timely accounts receivable close and assist accounts receivable employees with reconciliations and other items needed. Provide direction to accounts receivable staff as needed
• Oversee the Company’s treasury function, including relationships with bankers and lenders. Ensure the company has proper cash on hand and is properly leveraged for its operating needs
• Ensure timely compliance of corporate income tax code and assure the accurate and timely completion of all corporate income tax returns taking full advantage of all favorable tax codes
• Ensure the Company is pursuing internal control recommendations provided by Controller, CEO, and or external auditors after applying a reasonable cost vs. benefit approach and considering risk to the organization
• Direct systems and controls which verify the integrity of all systems processes and data and enhance the company’s value
• Oversee the Company’s annual physical inventory counts as well as cycle counting (as applicable), including outsourcing of the inventory counting functions to outside vendors
• Participate in physical inventories of all operational areas and work with Operations Managers to report results of inventories in an accurate and timely manner
• Respond to Chief Executive Officer to provide accurate and timely work to facilitate the Chief Executive Officer’s needs
• Communicate with co-workers, management, vendors and customers in a courteous and professional manner
• Conform with and abide by all regulations, policies, work procedures and instructions
• Participate in ongoing training and education to sharpen and maintain skills related to position and alignment with Grange Co-op’s goals
• Partner with Business Administration leadership and staff in meeting department objectives including staff development, training, and hiring/evaluation
• Other duties as deemed necessary by supervisor

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• This position has supervisory responsibilities within the accounting and finance staff

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) from four-year college or university in a related field and two to four years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience

LANGUAGE SKILLS

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

• Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference
• Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations

REASONING ABILITY

• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
• Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables

OTHER SKILLS AND/OR ATTRIBUTES

• Excellent prioritization organizational abilities
• Excellent attention to detail
• Superior written and verbal communications skills
• Ability to follow up with department managers/staff to determine reasons for financial variances while maintaining excellent working relationships
• Strong critical analysis skills including ability to quickly identify financial variances from prior year and/or financial plan
• Strong working knowledge of:
  • Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
  • General Ledger
  • Accounts Payable
  • Accounts Receivable
  • Payroll
  • Income Tax
  • Banking
• Grange Co-op’s Programs and Operating Systems
• Proficiency in Windows-based applications, including Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Ability to create spreadsheets using complex formulas
• Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently
• Ability to consistently and independently problem solve and achieve objectives
• Ability to perform effectively and efficiently in both individual and team environments Independent decision-making skills

Bilingual candidates encouraged to apply