Division Controller

Overview As the Kerman Division Controller, it is your responsibility to ensure that a positive and proactive relationship is established and maintained with all employees. The Division Controller reports to the Kerman General Manager. Job Duties Advise the Division General Manager in financial matters relating to Division operations, including customer pricing decisions, various operating scenarios, cost-cutting measures, etc. All final decisions regarding financial matters will be made by the General Manager under the direction of Corporate. Responsible for compiling, reviewing, and submitting financial and statistical reporting on a timely basis as requested by Division Management and Corporate. Prepare monthly pricing projections for division and other pricing analysis as required. Participate in and oversee the closing of the various accounting cycles for the Division. Periodically meet with department managers and/or supervisors to review financial reports, including ascertaining and documenting variances from budgeted or normal operating figures, and ensure revenues and costs are properly recorded. Attend supervisor and other safety meetings and other meetings/classes as required. Prepare, review, and/or approve various check requests, vouchers, and invoices. Supervise accounting staff and ensure accurate and timely reporting of all accounting functions, including adherence to company accounting policy and U.S. GAAP. Also conduct periodic personnel reviews of accounting staff. Ensure accurate and timely regulatory reporting for the Division, which may include the collection and remittance of sales tax, excise tax, property tax, or other taxes, preparing divisional information to be filed with the US Census Bureau, filing business licenses, filing permits, etc. Plan, perform, and direct the preparation of the annual divisional budget. Work with other divisions on the reconciling of intercompany activity. Report directly to the General Manager. Also comply with the instructions and requirements of Corporate Accounting headed by the CFO. Prepare various general ledger account reconciliations monthly, including the bank reconciliations. Analyze, reconcile and verify the proper recording of raw stock/finished product inventory and supplies and perform physical recounts as needed. Analyze financial reports and supporting schedules for errors and unusual variances, follow up on determining the explanations, and follow up on any corrective actions. Prepare and post monthly journal entries. Generate financial reports using an integrated system. Research and resolve outstanding checks. Answer accounting and financial questions posed by Division Management and Corporate by researching and interpreting data. Assist in the compilation of information relating to the year-end financial audit. Perform or oversee the payroll function, generate and/or review payroll reports, and prepare monthly payroll journal entries. Prepare periodic analysis of allowance for doubtful accounts for the division and oversee Accounts Receivable collections for the Division. All collections should be coordinated with the Procurement Department and all bad debt write offs should be approved by the General Manager. Oversee and approve the input, updating, and maintenance of information in the Company’s Vehicle Maintenance System (VMS) for the division’s operations. Perform or assist in the processing of divisional credit card transactions. Review various periodic reports/listings for accuracy, including but not limited to: sales, vehicle costs, expense and cost center allocations, amortization, depreciation, credit card processing, check registers, accounts payable distributions, internal customer service system, etc. Assist in general hire functions for the division, including placing ads as needed, processing new hire paperwork, etc. Assist in the resolution of computer system issues with divisional personnel or corporate information technology personnel. Oversee the preparation of the weekly yield reports and review them for accuracy before they are submitted. Submit all time-off requests to the Division General Manager for pre-approval using the standard form. Notify the CFO and Assistant Corporate Controller about extended periods off of work. Other duties as assigned. Responsible for performing other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective operation of the business. These responsibilities may change from time to time as business needs change over time. Qualifications (knowledge, skills, abilities, professional certifications, education, experience, travel requirements) Must have a bachelor’s degree in Business, concentration in Accounting or Finance preferred. Possess a minimum of 8 years work experience in accounting (both public accounting and private enterprise preferred). Must interact with others in a professional and ethical manner. Must follow department and company procedures. Must keep up regular attendance and punctuality; regular attendance and punctuality are essential for the smooth operation of this company. Must have supervisory experience. Must be highly skilled in dealing with financial and numeric data. Must be highly skilled in use of Excel Spreadsheets. Must be skilled in use of MS Word. Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills. Must have excellent work ethic, including a willingness to work the hours necessary to get the job done, especially when important deadlines cause greater than normal departmental pressures. Less than 5% travel requirement. Physical Demands/Requirements : Constantly (over 2/3): Operates computer and other office productivity machinery such as calculator, copy machine and printer Remain in a stationary position for 50% or more of the time Review documents, organizes data and detects accuracy of information Frequently (1/3-2/3): Moves throughout office accessing files, office machinery, etc. Communicates with customers and co-workers and exchanges accurate information in-person, telephonically and via electronic devices/e-mail Occasionally (under 1/3): Moves materials or documents up to 25 lbs Medical, dental and vision coverage offered 401(k) With Employer Contribution Paid holidays Paid vacation and sick time Company sponsored life insurance Company sponsored short and long-term disability Seniorit y level Mid-Senior level Employment type Full-time Job function Accounting/Auditing and Finance Note: Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Baker Commodities Inc. by 2x. 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