Financial Controller

We're looking for a Controller for our corporate office in New Orleans. Our company is growing rapidly, and every team member plays a key role in that growth. Our success is driven by delivering real results for our clients. It's also enabled by our culture, which supports personal growth and development, fosters an inclusive work culture, and rewards innovation and excellence.

Position Description:

The Controller will be responsible for utilizing their strong accounting knowledge and thinking outside the box when it comes to performing their duties and responsibilities. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in both public & corporate accounting, financial management, and regulatory reporting. They will be tasked with managing multiple priorities including ensuring the financial data is processed timely, accurately, and efficiently.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead day-to-day finance operations including functional responsibility over accounting.
• Month end closing process by evaluating account balances and preparing any necessary journal entries.
• Continually Improve and optimize systems and procedures. Initiate corrective action plan as needed.
• Develop team members by managing performance, setting goals, providing ongoing training and feedback, and maintaining strong employee relationships
• Prepare and analyze financial statements to present to senior leaders and owners of the company.
• Maintain professional and timely communication with vendors, customers, and internal team members.
• Collaborate and build effective relationships with other departments.
• Perform other responsibilities and projects as needed.
• Organized a fixed asset schedule including more detailed information and implemented an inventory system

Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
• Masters' degree or CPA a plus
• 5+ years of experience as an accountant or in an accounting related function required
• 2-3 years of public accounting experience is a plus
• Experience with cloud-based accounting software
• Desire and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent time management skills with proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Advanced proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel required