Controller

Company Description

TUTCO Inc, a leading manufacturer of heating elements used in the HVAC and Appliance industry, has an opening for a Controller at one of their facilities in Chicago, IL. TUTCO Inc. is a Subsidiary of Smiths Group plc with headquarters in London, England.

JOB SUMMARY: The role of the Controller will be a financial consultant to plant management in areas that impact the cost of operations and budgeting and will manage and lead the accounting and control policies as it relates to revenue and expense, budgeting, and payroll processing. This is an exciting role requiring enhanced leadership and technical skills.


Job Description

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Prepare and execute journal entries, the general ledger, reconciliation, balance sheet, profit and loss statement, as well as the month-end and year-end process.
• Analyze financial information detailing assets, liabilities, and capital.
• Prepare balance sheet, profit and loss statement and other reports to summarize the current and projected company financial position.
• Analyze data to discover patterns and/or discrepancies.
• Develop and implement budget and financial controls.
• Provide support for external and internal audits.
• Assist in analyzing budget variances.
• Supervise Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable.
• Provide financial reporting on the Divisional and Corporate levels.
• Develop and implement appropriate accounting policies, processes, systems, tools, infrastructure and sufficient internal controls to comply with regulatory requirements.
• Assist with development of the annual budget and strategic plan.
• Foster a team environment and provide guidance with regard to day to day accounting requirements in accordance with the developed plan and accepted accounting principles.
• Advise management about insurance coverage for protection against property losses and potential liabilities. Direct determination of depreciation rates to apply to capital assets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, Financial, or Business Administration
• Must have 5-10 years' experience in all aspects of accounting.
• Proven supervisory experience.
• Exceptional communication, problem solving, analytical skills, strategic thinking, and leadership skills.
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Excel.

Additional Information

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity.

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