Controller

Tinley Park, IL (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=18450+Crossing+Dr+Tinley+Park+IL+USA+60487)

Apply

Job Type

Full-time

Description

The Controller is responsible for maintaining the financial operation and integrity of the organization. Develops standards and processes for proper financial management and ensures compliance with regulations. Prepares financial reconciliations and reporting by collecting, reviewing, and summarizing account information. Leads strategic planning for accounting policies and maintaining internal controls over financial transactions. Provides financial information to management by researching and analyzing accounting data.

Responsibilities

• Develops, implements, and maintains systems, procedures, and policies to ensure adherence to company guidelines.

• Analyze, apply, and improve accounting policies, procedures, controls, and principles.

• Manages monthly closing of financial records and posting of all month end journal entries.

• Preparing and/or reviewing appropriate ledger entries and reconciliations.

• Reviews financial discrepancies by collecting and analyzing account information.

• Reviews income statement trends to ensure the accuracy of monthly financial statements.

• Establishes and administers tax policies and procedures.

• Oversee the preparation of tax returns and ensure taxes are paid properly and on time.

• Manage preparation of annual 1099 tax reporting for necessary vendors.

• Provides accounting assistance to all staff; responds to financial questions/concerns to meet business needs; assist other departments as they develop strategies, establish objectives, and make decisions that could have a financial impact on the business.

• Works with external auditors and provides needed information for annual audits.

• Additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field

• 5 plus years of accounting and Controller experience

• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles

• Previous leadership experience and skills

• High level of efficiency, accuracy, and attention to detail

• Strong analytical, problem solving and time management skills

• Excellent communication skills

• Expert in Microsoft Excel

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee uses his/her hands to finger, handle, or feel objects; reach with hands and arms. The employee uses a computer, copier, fax, and telephone equipment. The employee must be able to sit for a prolonged period. Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds.