Controller PR Job at Creative Financial Staffing in Guaynabo

The Controller is responsible for leading and managing a team through the accounting operations including, monthly/quarterly close, payroll, tax, financial audits/reporting, and ongoing maintenance of accounting systems of record. This role is pivotal in supporting the developing new internal processes and systems, coaching and mentoring staff, and having meaningful partnerships with senior leadership.

Duties/Responsibilities:

Team Leadership:

• Foster a creative and productive work environment while creating development opportunities for staff and training to enhance skills and foster growth.
• Collaborate with program managers and other departments to support financial literacy and accountability.
• Lead accounting staff in partnership with technology partners in various departments to optimize financial technology architecture and functionality.
• Lead accounting staff through annual audit, acting as primary liaison with the external auditors.
• Hire, supervise, train and manage direct staff through coaching, mentorship, performance meetings and on-going feedback.

Financial Management:

• Oversee all accounting operations, including accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll, and general ledger.
• Optimize cash management practices by developing a reliable cash forecast and managing cash to balance liquidity and return requirements. Work with banking partners to enhance cash positions as appropriate.
• Monitors fiscal compliance with internal grants processes, federal, state, and specific grants/tax incentives agencies' regulations.
• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and provide perspective on causes and recommendations regarding performance variances
• Ensure that all financial statements are prepared in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and that proper internal controls are in place to support the integrity of financial activity
• Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting and presentation to the executive team and board of directors.
• Develops and/or enhances, implements, and enforces policies and procedures by way of systems that will improve the overall operation and effectiveness of the organization.

Budgeting and Forecasting:

• Lead the annual budgeting process in collaboration with department heads.
• Monitor and report on budget performance, providing insights and recommendations for improvement.
• Prepare financial forecasts and analyze variances to support strategic decision-making.

Compliance and Risk Management:

• Ensure compliance with GAAP, federal and state regulations and financial management standards.
• Oversee audits, tax filings, and other regulatory reporting requirements.
• Implement and maintain internal controls to safeguard the organization's assets.

Financial Analysis and Strategy:

• Conduct financial analysis to support program planning and evaluation.
• Provide financial insights and recommendations to support the organization's strategic goals.
• Develop and implement financial policies and procedures to enhance operational efficiency.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 10+ years of related professional experience including a minimum of (5) years of management experience.
• Manufacturing/Distribution experience preferred, but not required.
• Skilled at using enterprise resource planning systems (ERP), planning tool software and related technologies: Workday or Sage preferred.
• Strong analytical, organizational and problem-solving skills with the ability to simultaneously manage several projects.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills: Word, Excel, PowerPoint