The controller will handle high-level accounting, managerial accounting and oversee financial activities of the firm.

As head of the accounting department, the controller will manage and supervise all aspects of accounting from payroll to tax compliance, budgeting to financial reporting.

He or she will report to the partners of the firm, and will assist with development of internal control policies, procedures, and financial planning as needed.

Candidates should possess knowledge of all aspects of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP). This role requires at least five years of relevant experience and a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance. CPA license is preferred, but not required.

The ideal candidate would be someone that worked for a public accounting firm and understands the industry and possess solid communication, technology, analytical and managerial skills.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee an administrative department of 4 to 5 staff.
• Manage all aspects of accounting; billing, financial statements, general ledger, payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, budgeting, tax compliance, revenue recognition, and various special analyses.
• Maintain documented system of accounting policies and operations.
• Oversee payments of all accounts; ensuring all accounts are paid on time.
• Keep an organized filing system of all accounts, statements, transactions, payments, and debts
• Prepare and organize financial statements for record and review.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports.Manage the quarterly/annual budgets and forecasts.Advise on financial analyses and decision-making regarding capital investments, pricing, contract negotiations, significant costs, benchmarks, and other matters with management.
• Organize information and statements for audits and both internal and external auditors.Define, benchmark and implement operational best practices.
• Complying with all local, state, and federal laws regarding finances, tax filings, and reporting.Ensuring company complies with all additional legal and regulatory requirements.
• Assessing current accounting operations, offering recommendations for improvement and implementing new processes.
• Interface with outside, banks, credit card companies, and collection agencies.