Controller

Dextera Business Services, a consulting firm in Little Rock, Arkansas, is seeking a Controller for a client manufacturing company in central Arkansas. The Controller will have responsibility for planning, directing and coordinating all accounting operational functions and financial reporting activities. This is a new position that will report directly to the President of the company. The Controller will be eligible for a quarterly bonus.

Essential Job Duties & Responsibilities:

• Formulate, plan and direct the company’s financial and accounting policies, procedures, controls and reporting systems.
• Ensure that the company’s accounting policies and procedures meet internal control requirements and are compliant with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Oversee and assess accounting operations to ensure the application of best practices; offer recommendations for improvement and/or cost savings; implement new processes as needed.
• Ensure that processes for financial reporting allow for accurate, reliable and timely reporting and tracking of financial transactions and enable early detection of potential financial irregularities.
• Manage the accumulation and consolidation of all financial data necessary for an accurate accounting of business results; develop financial performance benchmarks and metrics and track progress against benchmarks to identify and resolve gaps to improve profit margins.
• Manage the budget process; collect and analyze financial data for preparation of the budget and financial forecasts; report budget variances and recommend corrective action.
• Coordinate the preparation of internal and external financial statements as well as preparation of regulatory reporting to comply with local, state and federal government reporting requirements and tax filings.
• Provide timely, accurate and complete financial statements, forecasts, and budget variance reports to enable management to make sound, fully informed business decisions.
• Supervise, manage and develop accounting staff.
• Provide financial analyses as needed for capital investments, pricing decisions and contract negotiations.
• Prepare documentation for grants, loans, and other funding opportunities.
• Scope will include metrics beyond finance including measuring the metrics for “Key Reporting Activities” (KRAs): People, Quality, Service and Cost with the implementation of better cost accounting systems.
• Coordinate and oversee accounting at related business operations.

Competencies:

• Proven proficiency in spreadsheets, databases and financial software applications including QuickBooks and Microsoft Power BI.
• Knowledge of all aspects of accounting practices, principles and procedures including GAAP.
• Knowledge of corporate finance, information analysis and financial diagnosis.
• Proven analytical and financial modeling skills.
• Leadership skills, including coaching, mentoring and employee development.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build collaborative relationships internally and externally.
• Thorough knowledge of financial processes including budget development, month-end/year-end financial closure and reporting.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance required; Master’s degree in business administration (MBA) or professional accreditation such as certified public accountant (CPA) or certified management accountant (CMA) a plus.
• Seven years of accounting and/or finance experience.
• Supervisory experience.
• Previous experience in public accounting is highly valued.
• Proven experience in project management tools.
• Hands-on experience working with statistical analysis and statistical packages.
• Experience with ERP systems.
• Knowledge of cost accounting with manufacturing experience is preferred but not required.

About the Company:

The hiring company is family owned and operated, has been in business over 40 years, and is nationally recognized in the industry. Employees enjoy working in a close-knit, family atmosphere with modern offices, state-of-the-art equipment and technology, and opportunities for professional and personal growth. The company offers a competitive salary and benefits package including a company-match retirement plan, paid time off, and medical, dental, vision and life insurance.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $95,000.00 – $120,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Physical setting:

• Office

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

Work Location: One location

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