Controller

Description

POSITION SUMMARY:
The Controller is responsible for developing and implementing financial policies and procedures. The Controller oversees the day-to-day activities of the accounting team, including tracking and auditing financial information, analyzing financial records and transactions and managing the accounting team members. They make sure the entire accounting department remains productive and efficient by assigning tasks and reviewing team members' performances.

JOB ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
• Responsible for overseeing the accurate and timely preparation of monthly and annual financial statements and reports.
• Reviews general ledger monthly to ensure accuracy of reporting and reconciliations.
• Supervises, directs, and reviews the work of the accounting staff.
• Coordinates monthly and annual closing activities.
• Oversees external audit requirements and deadlines.
• Works closely with Budget and Financial management to monitor financial performance and make recommendations for improvement.
• Makes and implements recommendations to improve accounting processes and procedures.
• Manage the proposal preparation and/or post award activities for a large volume and diverse set of complex federal and non-federal sponsored grant awards.
• Review and reconcile grant expenditures, advise on post award spending and commitment activity, and oversee compliance related to fund and revenue.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & ABILITIES:
• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and Accruals basis accounting practices.
• Understanding of GAAP and Single Audit requirements.
• Remains current on accounting and reporting requirements.
• Excellent oral, written, and communication skills.
• Excellent analytical skill demonstrated proficiency in Excel and web-based tools.
• Strong accounting and reporting skills.
• Knowledge of procurement needs, bidding process, vendor payment requirements.
• Extreme attention to detail.
• Ability to review a proposal or manage a project with understanding of the overall scope and goal of each project.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with colleagues and clients and with external organizations.
• Subject to and expected to comply with all MCR applicable policies and procedures, including but not limited to MCR personnel policies.

REQUIREMENTS & PREFERENCES:
• Bachelor's degree and at least five (5) years comparable management level experience required
• Master's degree preferred
• CPA preferred
• Microsoft Office Products - Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint proficiency required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & EQUIPMENT USE:
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, controls, and talk or hear.
• The employee frequently is required to walk, stand, and reach with hands and arms.
• The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Ability to use standard office equipment - computer, printer, copier, phone and other job-related equipment.
• Specific vision abilities required by the job include vision, color vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus in order to read and comprehend written communication.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 lbs.

Requirements

REQUIREMENTS & PREFERENCES:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required or a combination of education and experience

• 5 + years of experience in a similar role

• CPA designation is strongly preferred


• Valid Government issued photo ID

• Ability to provide proof of graduation from an accredited school required

• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting standards

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other financial software

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy

• Ability to work independently and meet tight deadlines

• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills

• Proven ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams