CONTROLLER

Job Description
Controller

Would you like to work for a company that is truly vested in your success? RICO Industries, a mid-sized manufacturing and distribution company in business for 80 years, is looking for a hands-on controller to join their team. The success of the controller role spells success for the company and professional growth as the candidate steps up to take on the CFO role. Along with effective communication skills, a candidate for this position needs a thorough understanding of accounting practices including GAAP and a business acumen. This role is key in our succession plan at the top levels of the company.

Highlights

• Top mgt will be coming to you for key inputs.
• Potential to grow into a CFO role in 3 to 5 years!
• Strategically located between Charlotte and Columbia.

How You Will Contribute

• Manage and supervise the highly transactional accounting department including AP, AR, Debt, GL, and process payroll.
• Perform month-end and fiscal year-end closings.
• Prepare and maintain a 12-week cash flow forecast.
• Attend weekly meetings, provide project accounting and reporting.
• Participate in the management of banking relationships including the LOC.
• Prepare compliance reports, maintain knowledge of contracts, and perform research.

Benefits/Perks:

• Paid Time Off
• 401k Matching
• Medical, Dental, Vision

Experience and Skills
About You

• Bachelor's degree in accounting; CPA license or ability to obtain a CPA license within 12 months.
• 5 years of related work experience including supervision. Knowledge of GAAP and other accounting concepts and experience in their application
• Direct experience in manufacturing and cost/absorption accounting; experience in small lot production, high labor productions, and WIP identification.
• Experience in applying fixed, semi-variable, and variable costs to manufacturing activity, preparing break even analysis, and absorption of conversion costs to inventory.
• Understanding Lean Accounting, modern reporting tools and data modeling
• Proficient with ERP systems (NetSuite preferred), MS Office (Excel, Word, Power Point, Outlook)
• Experience with S-Corporations entity structure and tax reporting, multiple entity consolidation, and foreign operations.

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