Controller

ControllerPrideStaff Financial has partnered with a global leader in technology manufacturing who is seeking an experienced and passionate leader to join their dynamic team as Controller.  Under limited supervision this position will report to the CFO.  This is an on-site hybrid position so the ideal candidate must live in the Sacramento, CA area.Salary : $140,000-$175,000 + Bonus + Growth Potential. In this role, you will play a vital role in ensuring the financial health of the business, mentor, coach and supervise the accounting team and control all financial accounting operations.Controller ResponsibilitiesSupervises and directs financial accounting personnel and activities of the Accounting/Finance department. Ensures that all timelines and due dates are met in the areas of financial reporting, financial planning/forecasting, taxes (income, sales, property), JSOX, internal controls, Continual development of financial accounting personnel for career progression and succession planning. Reviews accounts payable check runs, journal entries, account reconciliations, analyses, bank statement reconciliation, fixed asset schedules and payroll registers. Coordinates and prepares annual and semi-annual financial plans and budgets. Reviews and analyzes budget to actual variances. Prepares quarterly financial forecasts, working directly with business unit Executives. Provides CEO/CFO level actual versus monthly financial plan/forecast variance summary for both monthly and year to date results for major sales and profit items, including recommending forecast updates. Sets-up financial books and records of new divisions and departments.Coordinates and recommends enhancements/modifications to computerized accounting system. Establishes customer credit limits and payment terms.  Reviews account receivables aging data, suggesting remedial actions. Coordinates external audit processes; reviews any external auditor's recommended adjustments to financial statements; coordinates recording of any audit adjustments.  Reviews / files sales and property tax returns.Reviews / prepares financial statements. Ensures financial statement compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Accounting Standard Updates (ASU’s). Establishes standard costing for manufacturing/depot labor, manufacturing/depot overhead and material overhead to accurately reflect actual costs incurred, thereby, minimizing actual to standard variances.  Reviews standard costing quarterly and updates standards based on variances. Prepares detailed quarterly inventory reserve analysis and adjusts general ledger at least quarterly.  Guides financial decisions by establishing, monitoring, and enforcing policies and procedures.Complies with JSOX and ETI/EC internal control requirements.  Recommends and coordinates policies and procedures for compliance with GAAP, JSOX and internal control as related to Accounting and Finance functions.  Implements changes in GAAP including creating new processes related to those changes and analysis of potential impact of such changes.  Reviews and updates policies, processes and procedures to reduce risk, improve accuracy and improve adherence by streamlining those processes and procedures.  Assists in the review of contracts and agreements, specifically those with financial impact.  Develops departmental policies and procedures. Analyzes cash flow, cost controls and expenses to guide business managers and leaders. Oversees cash account balances for investment and interest income opportunities.  Provides detailed year-end tax data and quarterly taxable income estimates to external accountants for income tax return preparation and quarterly estimated tax payments.  Reviews completed income tax returns for accuracy and completeness.  Supervises and directs the activities of finance, accounting staff requiring the ability to effectively communicate.  Controller QualificationsActive CPABS Degree in Accounting/Finance and Total years of experience 8 -10 years (5 of which preferable as a controller)Audit experience working with the big 4 (Deloitte, E&Y, PWC, KPMG)Working knowledge of computer systems including software packages including MS Office products including Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint, and CRM tools and Adobe Illustrator. Hybrid role so must be located in SAC or greater SAC areaPrefer work experience in semiconductor, technology, manufacturing, or similar industriesCompensation / Pay Rate (Up to): $140,000.00 - $175,000.00 Per YearJob SummaryJob number: 529639Date posted : 2024-03-07Profession: Accounting/FinanceEmployment type: Direct Hire