Fairfield manufacturer in search of a self-directed and experienced Controller to oversee all financial, accounting and human resources activities. The successful candidate will be responsible for budget management, financial analysis, payroll, forecasting, accounts payable, accounts receivable and financial reporting. Key areas within the human resources department will also be managed by the Controller, including policy and procedure compliance and ongoing maintenance of HR practices.

• Perform and/or supervise employees performing financial reporting, accounting, billing, collections, payroll, and budgeting duties.

  
  

  •             Coordinate and direct the financial planning, budgeting, procurement, or investment activities of our organization.

  
  

  •             Develop internal control policies, guidelines, and procedures for activities such as budget administration, cash and credit management, and accounting.

  
  

  •             Conduct meetings and presentations before executive managers and departmental staff that clearly address accounting procedures and issues. Respond to requests from executive management and department managers regarding financial status reports.

  
  

  •             Assist with researching, modeling, forecasting, and planning budgets and revenue objectives.

  
  

  •             Provide all information necessary to preparing a clear and timely annual audit.

  
  

  •             Maintain current knowledge of organizational policies and procedures, federal and state policies, directives, and current accounting standards.

  
  

  •             A comprehensive understanding of GAAP and experience with resolving GAAP and tax related issues, a CPA license is a plus.

  
  

  •             At least five years of progressive and diversified experience as a senior managing accounting professional at a company engaged in agriculture, manufacturing, or manufactured product distribution.

  
  

  •             Experience with accounting systems that utilize profit centers, subsidiary ledgers, and inventory integration.

  
  

  •             Experience using the Sage Mass 100 Software System.

  
  

  •             Expert level experience with using Microsoft Word, Excel, and Internet based applications.

  
  

  •             Experience with large automated accounting systems.

  
  

  •             Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, including an outstanding quantitative ability to identify and articulate detailed accounting issues, provide clear analyses, and offer creative solutions.