Controller

Company: CareerNet
Location: Fort Lauderdale
Posted on: May 22, 2023

Job Description:

Job Title: ControllerJob Location: Bonita Springs, Naples, Ft Myers, SWFLPossible Relocation assistance offeredSalary Range: 125-175KJob BriefOur CareerNet Approved client, is a high growth transportation and logistics organization, currently seeking a Controller to join their expanding team in Southwest Florida. We are searching for a self-starter who is eager and open-minded to learn and grow professionally alongside Company leadership. The ideal candidate will have the drive to succeed in a fast-paced environment, is willing and able to support the day-to-day and month-end accounting functions.Duties and Responsibilities: Direct the preparation, review, and distribution of all financial reports Maintain detailed and accurate reconciliation schedules for all accounts Continually evaluate and optimize month-end close processes, striving to deliver process automation, and improved accuracy Provide guidance to junior team members Direct general ledger month-end close process, and ensure journal entries are accurate to the unit, cost center, department, and account level Supervise, develop, establish, and review goals for the accounting team Provide leadership to strengthen staff with a commitment to mentoring and training Maintain fixed assets register and generate monthly depreciation calculation Support as requested in the annual financial audit process, taxes, and other compliance activities Manage relationships with current and prospective vendors, fellow employees, banks, and lenders Set and facilitate general accounting structure, improvements, and AP workflow processes to increase accuracy and efficiency in a consistent manner Supervise the activities of the Accounting Department to ensure timeliness and accuracy of:o Payroll processing and paymentso Accrued expenses for fuel and payrollo Notes payable Other accounting and administrative functions as necessaryJob Requirements, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities- Work experience as an Accounting Manager, Controller, or similar role- Thorough knowledge of accounting principles, procedures, and legislation- Hands-on experience with general ledger accounts payable functions- CPA preferred- BSc or MSc in Accounting or Finance preferred- Proven ability to calculate, post and manage accounting figures and financial records- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including effective interpersonal and collaboration skills- Effective time management and organizational skills- Familiarity with the following Microsoft Office applications:o Excelo Outlooko OneDriveo Teams- A resourceful and detail-oriented team playerBenefits:- Competitive compensation package- Full Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits- 401k- Paid vacation and holiday

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