Controller

WE are a larger business to business company looking for our next leader. Excellent benefits and a fast paced but nurturing work environment.

We are looking for a controller for a 45M business Unit of a larger service based, Business to business direct marketing company

This position reports to the Corporate Controller with a strong day to day dotted line to the Brand Leader, this position is responsible for the accounting, planning and financial analysis needs of the business unit. The key to success in this position is to effectively partner with the Brand Leader to ensure financial goals are consistently met. This individual must be a strong finance leader who can effectively perform financial planning and analysis, own local accounting functions and ensure all necessary financial controls are in place and followed. Key elements include a deep operational knowledge, solid understanding of cost accounting, leadership and overall business acumen.

Responsibilities and Activities

Drives deeper understanding into business unit operational drivers, including margins by product and margins by customer, from initial estimate to actual achieved.
Acts as key advisor for local management, driving an understanding of the financial aspects of business decisions
Completes various activities associated with the accounting close of the company for all reporting cycles.
Partners with the business to deliver accurate projections, including the quarterly forecast, annual budget and near term outlooks.
Owns the local portion of the audit process, interfacing with external auditors in year-end and interim audit requirements.
Conducts key analyses and risk assessments of forecast submissions.
Tracks and communicates major trends and changes to budget and forecast expectations.
Works collaboratively to drive continued CRM system improvement and reporting integration across the business to improve quality, usefulness and timeliness of information.
Performs special projects, including various financial analyses and presentations, upon request of the Corporate Controller, Business Unit Leader and Business Unit management team.
QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting required, CPA preferred.
Work Experience

8+ years of Finance or Accounting experience. Multiple years of management experience.
Background in agency services, B2B transactions, and direct to consumer is critical.
Cost accounting experience is helpful.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Strong understanding and experience with GL account reconciliations.
Highly proficient Excel skills including vlookup, pivot tables, and other shortcuts for efficient decision making on large volumes of data.
Interpersonal skills that establish and maintain excellent relationships and credibility quickly.
Demonstrated success as a business partner required.
Strong analytical skills with ability to perform required analysis quickly and accurately under tight deadlines, communicate requirements effectively, and produce detailed and accurate presentations.
Change management experience, focused on getting large groups "on board" with new processes and techniques.
Consulting skills, including the ability to draw on the ideas of key team members and convert them into meaningful strategies and plans.
Must be highly motivated, organized, and be a team player with strong leadership skills.
Licenses and Certifications

CPA preferred