Vida Group International · 13 hours ago
Controller
Brownwood, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expVida Group International is seeking a Controller to oversee accounting and IT personnel under the direction of the Plant Manager. The role involves directing accounting activities, preparing financial reports, and ensuring compliance with accounting principles and internal controls.
Human ResourcesStaffing Agency
Responsibilities
Plan, develop, recommend to the Plant Manager, and implement approved accounting policies, procedures, and systems and exercise the necessary authority to see that they are followed. Insure that adequate accounting records are maintained of all assets, liabilities, and transactions of the plant location and that prescribed systems are used
Supervise and personally participate in the preparation of periodic financial schedules and supporting data. Prepare special reports, schedules, summaries and statistical analyses for the Plant Manager and other members of management, and point out significant trends in operations as indicated by careful analysis of the information. Insure that all data furnished for management control is adequate and current in order that timely corrective action can be taken where necessary
Exercise responsibility for maintaining the general ledger and insure that all control accounts are properly reconciled, and supported by the required subsidiary ledgers. Review and analyze all accounts to insure that they reflect accurately the current business conditions and meet generally accepted accounting principles
Conduct internal accounting control reviews and evaluate these controls to ensure compliance with Company policy.Cooperate with public accountants appointed as auditors in the execution of their program of independent auditing. Work closely with Company personnel in conducting internal audits
Prepare annual budget and forecasts as directed by Corporate.Coordinate annual physical inventory counts
Recommend changes in the basic structure and complement (Staffing) of the accounting department. Arrange for the hiring of personnel, upon approval by the Plant Manager. Appraise and evaluate the performance of the accounting staff in accordance with established procedures. Train subordinates, assign and check work
Qualification
Required
Under the general direction of the Plant Manager, direct the activities of accounting and IT personnel
Recommend improvements in accounting systems and procedures
Supervise the maintenance of accounting records
Exercise responsibility for the preparation of financial reports and a variety of schedules, statistical summaries and analyses
Furnish interpretation and recommendations to superiors
Direct specific functions in the areas of cost accounting, payroll, accounts payable, internal accounting controls, inventories, financial planning and asset management
Plan, develop, recommend to the Plant Manager, and implement approved accounting policies, procedures, and systems
Insure that adequate accounting records are maintained of all assets, liabilities, and transactions of the plant location
Supervise and personally participate in the preparation of periodic financial schedules and supporting data
Prepare special reports, schedules, summaries and statistical analyses for the Plant Manager and other members of management
Insure that all data furnished for management control is adequate and current
Exercise responsibility for maintaining the general ledger
Insure that all control accounts are properly reconciled, and supported by the required subsidiary ledgers
Review and analyze all accounts to insure that they reflect accurately the current business conditions
Conduct internal accounting control reviews and evaluate these controls to ensure compliance with Company policy
Cooperate with public accountants appointed as auditors in the execution of their program of independent auditing
Prepare annual budget and forecasts as directed by Corporate
Coordinate annual physical inventory counts
Recommend changes in the basic structure and complement (Staffing) of the accounting department
Arrange for the hiring of personnel, upon approval by the Plant Manager
Appraise and evaluate the performance of the accounting staff in accordance with established procedures
Train subordinates, assign and check work
Excellent communication, presentation and interpersonal skills
Ability to understand and explain the plants financial plan, long and short term
Proven ability to develop relationships and establish credibility
Ability to perform effectively in a team environment and work well with and through others
Must have strong organizational skills, be detail oriented, a team player, and able to consistently meet or beat deadlines
Proven ability to thrive in a fast paced environment; handle multiple tasks; prioritize responsibilities; and handle high pressure situations
Strong self starter and ability to work independently and with little supervision
Proficient in spreadsheet and word processing programs
Proven history of analytical thinking and logical reasoning
Typical office environment with 10% travel
Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Outlook
Accounts Payable Axis system
General Ledger Progress system
Order Entry Ingres system
Cost Reporting Tool
Accounting/Finance degree required
5-7 years of manufacturing experience, with at least three in a supervisory role
Preferred
Professional certification (CMA, CPA, MBA) is preferred
Company
Vida Group International
Vida Group International is a staffing and recruiting company offering executive search services.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Tim Vida
Chief Executive Officer
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