Controller

Job Description

Job Description

summary of position

This is a management-level position that involves directing all people and functions of the Accounting Department. Responsible for administering financial policies, programs, and practices: including planning, organizing, developing, implementing, coordinating, reporting, and directing.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

· Maintain a safe and clean environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.

· Prepare and file annual tax returns or prepare financial information to complete tax returns outside accountants.

· Prepare or direct preparation of financial statements, business activity reports, financial position forecasts, annual budgets, or reports required by regulatory agencies.

· Supervise employees performing financial reporting, accounting, billing, collections, payroll, and budgeting duties.

· Delegate authority for the receipt, disbursement, banking, protection, and custody of funds, securities, and financial instruments.

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

· Conduct or coordinate audits of company accounts and financial transactions to ensure compliance with state and federal requirements and statutes.

· Receive, record, and authorize requests for disbursements by following company policies and procedures.

· Monitor financial activities and details such as reserve levels to meet all legal and regulatory requirements.

· Monitor and evaluate the performance of accounting and other financial staff, recommending and implementing personnel actions, such as promotions and dismissals.

· Develop and maintain relationships with banking, insurance, and nonorganizational accounting personnel to facilitate financial activities.

· Coordinate and direct the financial planning, budgeting, procurement, or investment activities of all or part of an organization.

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

· Analyze the financial details of past, present, and expected operations to identify development opportunities and areas where improvement is needed.

· Advise management on short-term and long-term financial objectives, policies, and actions.

· Provide direction and assistance to other organizational units regarding accounting and budgeting policies and procedures and efficient control and utilization of financial resources.

· Evaluate needs for procurement of funds and investment of surpluses and make appropriate recommendations.

· Lead staff training and development in budgeting and financial management areas.

· Receive cash and checks and make deposits.

· Compute, withhold, and account for all payroll deductions.

· Perform tax planning work.

· Determine depreciation rates to apply to capitalized items and advise management on actions regarding the purchase, lease, or disposal of such items.

Education: Bachelor's Degree

Experience: Three to seven years related experience.

Skills: Advanced computer knowledge required

Certificates, Licenses, or training: CPA preferred

Other Requirements

Previous experience in manufacturing. Proven analytical skills and critical thinking. Candidates must demonstrate effective verbal and written communication skills.

The office environment at a mid-sized manufacturer of refrigeration and HVAC equipment.

Photocopier/Scanner/Fax Machine

Microsoft 365

Telephone

Safety Glasses

Computer

Physical Demands

Lift/Carry

Stand

F

Walk

F

Sit

F

Handling / Fingering

F

Reach Outward

O

Reach Above Shoulder

O

Climb

N

Crawl

N

Squat or Kneel

N

Bend

N

Twist

O

10 lbs or less

F

11-20 lbs

O

21-50 lbs

O

51-100 lbs

N

Over 100 lbs

N

Push/Pull

12 lbs or less

F

13-25 lbs

O

26-40 lbs

O

41-100 lbs

N

+100 lbs N

N (Not Applicable)

Activity does not apply to this occupation.

O (Occasionally)

Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hrs/day)

F (Frequently)

Occupation requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs/day)

C (Constantly)

Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day)

Other Physical Requirements: Vision – Near, Sense of Sound (Audible Voice), Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) (Safety Glasses)

The Company has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment. The Company reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as the Company may deem appropriate.

RAE Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer
EEO/AA M/F/V/D