Financial Controller

Jackson Whole Grocer

Financial Controller

Job Description

Professionalism involves the application of highly technical skills, as well as, the exercise of judgment and decision-making. A true professional is concerned with the continual expansion of their knowledge and abilities, as well as, the knowledge and abilities of their associates. They are a master in their area of responsibility, and are an important part of the leadership team.

The contribution of the Controller to the success of our business is indisputable. Thus, it is recognized that our Controller must indeed be a ?professional?.

A professional Controller reflects leadership and management skills, high performing finance and accounting skills, attention to detail, strong work ethic, business acumen and positive impact. This effective combination contributes to the eventual success of the entire store.

This position reports to the company?s General Manager

The Controller is responsible for the accounting operations of the company, which includes the production of periodic financial reporting, maintenance of an adequate system of accounting records, and a comprehensive set of controls designed to mitigate risk, enhance the accuracy of the company's reported financial results, and ensure that reported results comply with generally accepted accounting principles and standards.

Maintain balance sheet and general ledger integrity

Manage all accounting functions including A/R, A/P, GL, cost accounting, cash flow management inventory accounting, and revenue recognition

Supervise accounting staff; mentor and develop an effective team, managing work allocation, training, problem resolution, performance evaluation, and the building of an effective team dynamic

Provide weekly financial reporting to managers showing actual spending vs. budget

Manage and ensure accurate and timely processing of accounts payable, cash control, payroll processing and total payroll tax compliance

Responsible for annual budget development and reporting

Responsible for cash management and planning

Cross-functional support to the rest of the organization

Guide and manage the audit process and primary relationship with the external auditor

Manage and comply with local, state, and federal government reporting requirements and tax filings

Work closely with outside accounting firm to facilitate annual audit and tax filings

Project management as needed

Management, training and performance reviews of accounting staff

Collaboration with management on all levels

Participation on the leadership and management team

Periodic business travel as required.

The successful candidate for this position will be a highly motivated self-starter with a material technical accounting background, highly organized, a strong communicator and leader with operational skills and knowledge, and excellent people skills. This person should be comfortable managing many different types of personalities, situations, projects and operations.

Education & Experience

a minimum of 10 years of Financial Management experience

a minimum of 5 years of leadership and management experience

Bachelor?s degree in Finance or Accounting

CPA certification strongly preferred

Knowledge

Skills & Abilities

Strong emotional intelligence driven leadership skills including the ability to relate to associates across all levels of the organization

Strong written and oral communication

Strong analytical skills

Ability to manage multiple projects with thorough focus on detail

Demonstrated analytical, problem-solving and decision-making abilities

Experience effectively managing staff, schedules, budgets and business processes

Ability to develop, implement and maintain effective standard operating procedures and best practices in all areas of responsibility

Strong multi-tasking abilities

Delegation skills

Organization skills

Computer skills ? Microsoft Office Applications

Strong proficiency with ERP applications and ability to conduct comprehensive modeling and presentations utilizing applications such as Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Access, PowerPoint, and Word.