Controller - Virtual Company
cheshire, CT 06410
About the Job
Our client is looking for a Controller to oversee and manage the financial activities of their company, ensuring accurate and timely reporting of financial information, and maintaining effective financial controls. The Controller will manage the accounting operations, financial reporting, and internal audits to support the company's strategic objectives.
Key Responsibilities:
Financial Reporting:
- Prepare, review, and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
- Ensure compliance with GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) and other regulatory requirements.
- Oversee the preparation of accurate and timely financial reports for senior management and external stakeholders.
Accounting Operations:
- Manage the day-to-day accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and fixed assets.
- Supervise and mentor the accounting team, providing leadership and guidance in day-to-day tasks.
- Ensure proper documentation and adherence to accounting policies and procedures.
Internal Controls & Compliance:
- Design, implement, and maintain a robust system of internal controls to safeguard company assets.
- Ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and company policies, including tax compliance, audits, and reporting.
- Coordinate and oversee internal and external audits, including providing necessary documentation and addressing audit findings.
Cash Management:
- Monitor cash flow, working capital, and liquidity to ensure the company has the necessary funds to meet operational needs.
- Develop and manage cash flow forecasting, ensuring cash availability and optimizing working capital.
Tax Compliance:
- Oversee the preparation and filing of corporate tax returns, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local tax laws.
- Coordinate tax planning and research opportunities for tax minimization.
Process Improvement:
- Evaluate and recommend improvements to accounting and financial systems, processes, and controls.
- Leverage financial software and automation tools to increase efficiency and accuracy in financial operations.
Strategic Planning Support:
- Partner with senior leadership in strategic planning by providing financial insights and analysis.
- Assist in mergers, acquisitions, and other business initiatives, providing financial due diligence and integration support.
Qualifications:
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
- CPA or equivalent professional certification preferred.
Experience:
- Public accounting experience is a large plus
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in accounting and finance, including at least 3 years in a management or supervisory role.
Vaco values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.
EEO Notice
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By submitting to this position, you agree that you will be giving Vaco the exclusive right to present your as a candidate for the foregoing employment opportunity. You further agree that you have represented information about yourself accurately and have not affirmatively misrepresented your qualifications. You also agree to maintain as confidential, to the fullest extent permitted by law, any information you learn from Vaco about the position and you will limit disclosure of information about the position only to the extent necessary to perform any obligations in furtherance of your application. In exchange, Vaco agrees to exercise reasonable efforts to represent you through all solicitation, job screening and resume dispersal.
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Pay Transparency Notice
Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to:
- the individual’s skill sets, experience and training;
- licensure and certification requirements;
- office location and other geographic considerations;
- other business and organizational needs.
With that said, as required by local law, Vaco believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.