Controller jobs in New Hampshire

Summary of Job Function

A financial Controller’s goal is to maximize profits. Financial Controllers perform data analysis and advise management on ways to maximize profits, making them responsible for the finances of the company. They create financial reports, investment strategies and long-term financial goals for the business, and they make it easier for everyone to understand in simpler terms the financial state of a business. The Controller has fiduciary responsibility to the company through oversight of the company’s financial assets. The purpose of financial reports like balance sheets and income statements prepared by the Controller is to summarize current business finances and advise on future earnings or expenses. Controllers also take care of preparing reports required by the government which oversee businesses. They usually oversee the accounting, budget, and audit areas of a business.

Job Duties

• Assist management with important financial decisions
• Assist in formulating company budgets
• Review and analyze company expenses are in line with projected revenue.
• Prepare financial documents such as business reports, financial forecasts, and statements to understand the financial state of business
• Monitor a company's financial reports and determine ways to reduce costs
• Keep up-to-date on the financial market to understand how to maximize profits and find new expansion areas
• Understand the financials of a company in order to meet legal requirements and keep the financial state in good standing
• Ensure payments are made on all Accounts Payable.
• Ensure payments are received on all Accounts Receivable.
• Maintain financial compliance
• Coordinating activities of external auditors
• Evaluating accounting and internal control systems
• Evaluating the effectiveness of accounting software and supporting database, as needed
• Developing and monitoring business performance metrics

Required Qualifications:

• Pass a background check.
• Pass a drug test.
• Additional Qualifications/Skills/Abilities
• A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in economics, business administration, accounting, or finance prefferd.
• 3-5 years’ experience in an organizations financial department
• 2-3 years’ experience as a controller
• Experience in GAAP
• Highly proficient in Quickbooks and excel.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills.
• Experience with job cost systems preferred.
• CPA certification a PLUS.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Punctual
• Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner. Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.
• Computer skills: Excel, Word, E-mail, Web search, and Microsoft Project

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Accounting: 3 years (Required)
• GAAP: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• CPA (Preferred)

Work Location: In person