Horsburgh & Scott Company
Job Overview: The Controller supports the accounting operations of the company, ensuring accuracy and compliance in financial reporting, and assisting in the implementation of internal control policies. This role involves overseeing day-to-day accounting functions, preparing financial reports, and assisting with audits and budgeting processes.
Key Responsibilities:
* Financial Reporting:
* Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual consolidated financial statements.
* Responsible for the preparation of monthly financial reporting for manufacturing facilities in Roscoe, IL and Slidell, LA.
* Ensure the accuracy and completeness of financial records.
* Prepare and review journal entries, reconciliations, and variance analysis.
* Month-End and Year-End Close:
* Support the month-end and year-end closing processes.
* Prepare and review accruals, prepaids, and other adjusting entries.
* Internal Controls and Compliance:
* Assist in maintaining and enforcing internal control policies and procedures.
* Ensure compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and other relevant regulations.
* Support internal and external audit processes.
* Tax Compliance and reporting
* Ensure timely and accurate preparation and filing of all local and sales & use tax returns.
* Accounts Payable and Receivable:
* Oversight of accounts payable and receivable functions including the vetting and set up of new customers and vendors.
* Monitor aging reports and assist in collections efforts.
* Team Support:
* Provide guidance and support to the accounting team.
* Assist with training and development of accounting staff.
* Ensure accounting policies and procedures are followed.
* Special Projects:
* Participate in special projects and initiatives as assigned by the CFO & Controller.
* Assist in the implementation of new ERP, accounting systems and processes.
* Other Duties:
* Perform other related duties as assigned by the Controller or senior management.
Qualifications:
* Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA or CMA certification preferred.
* Minimum of 3-5 years of progressive accounting experience.
* Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting.
* Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis a plus.
* Proficiency in accounting software and ERP systems.
* Excellent organizational and time management skills.
* Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
Working Conditions:
* This position typically works in an office environment, with occasional travel required for meetings and audits.
Key Responsibilities:
* Financial Reporting:
* Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual consolidated financial statements.
* Responsible for the preparation of monthly financial reporting for manufacturing facilities in Roscoe, IL and Slidell, LA.
* Ensure the accuracy and completeness of financial records.
* Prepare and review journal entries, reconciliations, and variance analysis.
* Month-End and Year-End Close:
* Support the month-end and year-end closing processes.
* Prepare and review accruals, prepaids, and other adjusting entries.
* Internal Controls and Compliance:
* Assist in maintaining and enforcing internal control policies and procedures.
* Ensure compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and other relevant regulations.
* Support internal and external audit processes.
* Tax Compliance and reporting
* Ensure timely and accurate preparation and filing of all local and sales & use tax returns.
* Accounts Payable and Receivable:
* Oversight of accounts payable and receivable functions including the vetting and set up of new customers and vendors.
* Monitor aging reports and assist in collections efforts.
* Team Support:
* Provide guidance and support to the accounting team.
* Assist with training and development of accounting staff.
* Ensure accounting policies and procedures are followed.
* Special Projects:
* Participate in special projects and initiatives as assigned by the CFO & Controller.
* Assist in the implementation of new ERP, accounting systems and processes.
* Other Duties:
* Perform other related duties as assigned by the Controller or senior management.
Qualifications:
* Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA or CMA certification preferred.
* Minimum of 3-5 years of progressive accounting experience.
* Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting.
* Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis a plus.
* Proficiency in accounting software and ERP systems.
* Excellent organizational and time management skills.
* Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
Working Conditions:
* This position typically works in an office environment, with occasional travel required for meetings and audits.