Controller

Job Description
BrandStar, a television production and marketing company located in Deerfield Beach, is seeking an experienced Controller to join our growing Accounting team!

WHO WE ARE

BrandStar is a fully integrated multi-media, digital video and TV production facility. We are experts in connecting PEOPLE with BRANDS to do LIFE better by way of delivering current and strategically relevant brand content that inspires, educates and enhances the lives of our viewers and media audiences.

THE POSITION

The Controller manages multiple accounting functions and operations such as general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, revenue, asset, cost, and tax accounting. This includes overseeing the monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting close processes and reporting. This person plays a key role in the Accounting department by assisting the CFO in implementing accounting policies and procedures that adhere to financial and tax regulations and comply with GAAP standards. The Controller must possess a process-focused mindset as well as a passion for collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders.

Specific responsibilities include:

• Establish internal controls and guidelines for accounting transactions and budget preparation.
• Create, monitor, and evaluate financial systems.
• Collect, analyze, verify, and report financial information to document the organization's financial performance and enable the executive team to make well-informed financial decisions.
• Oversee preparation of business activity reports, financial forecasts, and annual budgets.
• Oversee the production of periodic financial reports; ensure that the reported results comply with GAAP.
• Track revenue and expenses, consolidate and analyze financial data, prepare special reports, maintain internal controls and other best practices, and report activity to ensure the company's financial well-being.
• Conduct tax planning throughout the fiscal year; file annual tax returns.
• Audit accounts to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations; coordinate with outside auditors and provide needed information for the annual external audit.
• Analyze general ledger variances and suggest corrective action for management's approval.
• Present recommendations to management on short- and long-term financial objectives and policies.
• Provide financial analysis with an emphasis on capital investments, pricing decisions, and contract negotiations.
• Assist the M&A team with due diligence, implementation, and integration of new companies as needed.

MORE ABOUT BRANDSTAR

BrandStar is a fully and vertically integrated television production and marketing agency. We offer everything you would find at a full-service advertising firm, but with a twist. Our focus is on positively impacting people. Fueled by the collective passion of entrepreneurs, creatives, technologists, and thinkers, we pride ourselves in being Marketing Matchmakers-connecting people with brands to do life better. Please visit our website www.BrandStar.com and see our state-of-the-art studio at www.BrandStarstudios.com. To view our TV shows online, visit www.BrandStar.TV

Experience and Skills

• BA/BS degree in accounting or finance from an accredited university.
• 8+ years of corporate accounting experience experience including completing financial closes and previous experience overseeing the work of other accounting professionals.
• CPA license preferred.
• In-depth knowledge of GAAP and its implications.
• Previous experience supporting a multi-state employer required.
• Previous experience working in a multiple-company organization preferred.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.
• Must be able to collaborate effectively with internal team at all levels.
• Advanced level skills in Microsoft Excel. Must be able to use Excel to automate repetitive tasks, create sophisticated financial models, and streamline data analysis.
• Strong leadership skills and previous experience managing others.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities across all level of an organization.
• Strong leadership skills with a dedication to driving and achieving results.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented.
• Ability to manage employees, while multi-tasking large projects.
• Proficiency with accounting software and experience with a software system implementation a plus.