Oferta de trabajo: Financial Controller - Operations Lead

We are a leading distributor of High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE) Pipe and McElroy Fusion Equipment, as well as a manufacturer of custom-fabricated fitting, is seeking a strategic, results-driven Financial Controller - Operations Lead who combines a strong financial acumen with exceptional leadership skills to join our team.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a highly skilled Financial Controller - Financial Lead to oversee our financial operations and ensure the integrity of our accounting processes. This leadership role is responsible for establishing financial benchmarks, enforcing internal controls, and maintaining compliance with national and local regulations. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in financial management, exceptional analytical skills, a proven ability to optimize accounting processes, and strong leadership capabilities to effectively manage and develop a high-performing team.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Leadership and Management:

Lead and mentor the accounting and finance team, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Develop and maintain accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls to safeguard assets and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

Provide financial insights and strategic recommendations to executive leadership.

Accounting Operations and Compliance:

Collaborate with the executive leadership to develop and implement financial and operational benchmarks, ensuring accurate program monitoring and reporting on a monthly and annual basis.

Oversee financial reporting, general ledger management, and month-end/year-end close processes.

Maintain consistent accounting policies, practices, and procedures across all accounting personnel, ensuring compliance with national and local legal standards while staying informed about proposed legislation.

Ensure compliance with national and local tax regulations, including corporate tax filings, audits, and reporting.

Manage multi-entity and multi-state accounting functions, ensuring accurate consolidations and intercompany transactions.

Implement process improvements to drive efficiency, accuracy, and automation across accounting functions.

Cash Flow and Risk Management

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Enforce internal controls to safeguard company assets, policies, procedures, and workflows.

Monitor and manage cash flow, banking relationships, and financial risk to ensure the companys financial stability.

Oversee payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable functions, ensuring proper controls and timeliness.

Coordinate with external auditors, tax auditors, and financial institutions as needed.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

10+ years of progressive accounting and financial management experience.

5+ years in a senior leadership or team management role.

Strong understanding of banking processes, financial data analysis, and compliance reporting.

In-depth knowledge of national and local tax regulations.

Proven expertise in financial management, including cash flow analysis, property taxation, and managing multi-state and multi-company transactions.

Detail-oriented with excellent multitasking and critical thinking skills.

Excellent problem-solving, communication, and strategic thinking skills.

Preferred Skills and Qualifications:

Bachelors degree in accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA or MBA preferred).

5+ years of experience in a senior-level accounting or finance leadership role.

Experience with Sage 100 ERP (MAS 100) accounting software is a plus.

Strong computer skills, particularly with Excel (charts, graphs, and complex formulas).

Experience as a System Network Administrator is a plus.

Pay Details:

Salary

Workweek Details:

Monday to Friday

Background requirements:

Successful completion of a background check and rug screen are required for employment. (Due to the nature of employer's business, company policy requires that c