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Contiem · 3 days ago

Corporate Controller (Interim)

Annapolis, MD

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

7+ years exp

Contiem, Inc. is a global leader in content management software and expertise. They are seeking an Interim Corporate Controller to oversee accounting operations, prepare financial reports, and implement streamlined processes to support the company's financial objectives.

ComputerSoftware

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Actively manage the activities of the corporate accounting department for the accurate and timely dissemination of financial management reports, including internal and external monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, and tax filings

Assist in the preparation of board communication and financial reporting

Oversee the following accounting processes: Disbursement activities to ensure the accurate and timely processing of accounts payable, employee expense reports, cash control, payroll funding, and corporate payroll tax compliance; Accounts receivable activities to ensure the accurate and timely management of all accounts receivable aging components, including billings, cash receipts application, collections, write-offs, and credit processing; Payrolling, including the processing of monthly payroll, management of payroll data and files, calculations of bonuses and commissions, and submission of payroll taxes; and Bank accounts, reconciliations, and treasury management activities. Project accounting time collection, revenue recognition, invoicing, and financial performance

Establish and maintain solid vendor relationships in order to obtain preferential pricing and credit treatment when possible

Serve as the subject matter expert for revenue recognition and technical accounting matters

Supervise accurate and timely collection and remittance of sales taxes to the proper state agencies

Coordinate the provision of information to the external tax firm for corporate income tax planning and compliance

Coordinate the provision of information to external auditors for the annual financial statement audit

Manage all banking and financing activities, including reviewing vendor agreements, financial contracts, and financing agreements

Key partner in the annual budgeting and planning process

Perform in-depth financial analysis to assess risk, analyze efficiency, and inform policy decisions

Establish and maintain a system of internal controls by developing and implementing the appropriate policies, procedures, and controls necessary for a "best in class" accounting department

Oversee the operation of the accounting department; actively manage and coach team members in order to achieve departmental and company goals

Establish, maintain, and coordinate a financial statement close, including, but not limited to, timetable, reviews, and reconciliations

Responsible for conducting due diligence to support financing decisions

Driving the voluntary disclosure process (VDA) with the states for sales taxes

Establish and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with colleagues to ensure timely exchange of information

Participate in a wide variety of special projects and compile special reports as required

Commitment to continual improvement through personal and professional development

Foster an environment of strong ethics, morale, leadership, and teamwork

Prepare and deliver presentations to executive management as required

Miscellaneous activities and responsibilities as assigned by the Chief Financial Officer

Qualification

CPA certificationUS GAAP complianceFinancial statement closeAccounting software (NetSuite)Revenue recognition (ASC 606)Tax requirements knowledgeAdvanced MS OfficeAnalytical skillsCommunication skillsTeam managementDetail-oriented

Required

US citizenship

Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required; CPA certification (active or lapsed) a plus

4+ years in public accounting with an international firm

3+ years of experience in an equivalent position working in the accounting / general ledger function required

Experience with performing and overseeing a financial statement close, including consolidations of international entities

Experience in producing US GAAP-compliant financial statements and related disclosures required, SEC reporting experience a plus

Solid technical accounting skills, particularly related to the software / SaaS industry, including experience with revenue recognition (ASC 606), stock-based compensation (ASC 718), and software costs capitalization (ASC 350-40 and ASC 985-20)

Experience working in a professional services environment (in a similar industry)

5+ years of hands-on management experience in developing associated staff

Familiarity with various tax requirements (federal and state income taxes, state sales and use taxes, and introduction to international tax)

Advanced knowledge of MS Office (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint)

Solid understanding of software / SaaS industry

Proficiency in accounting software (NetSuite) is required

Practical experience with internal controls design, implementation, documentation, and management