Job Summary We are seeking a hands-on Corporate Controller to lead our financial operations across three branch locations. This role, you will monitor the company’s financial status and accounting policies, review budgets, and ensure payments are submitted in a timely fashion. This essential position ensures our company is compliant with all accounting regulations, mitigates risks, and maximizes profits. The ideal candidate is an experienced Controller with excellent attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
Key Responsibilities
Core Financial Management
Financial Reporting: Build monthly, quarterly, and yearly income statements and balance sheets.
Cash Flow Control: Track money coming in and going out across all three branch locations.
Budgeting: Create annual budgets and compare actual spending to planned goals.
Audit Prep: Work with outside helpers to finish yearly tax forms and financial reviews.
Financial Oversight & Reporting
Close the books monthly, quarterly, and annually for all three branches.
Prepare financial statements including profit and loss, balance sheets, and cash flow.
Analyze branch performance to find cost savings and profit leaks.
Manage cash flow to support daily operations and growth goals.
Lead the annual budget process and track variances throughout the year.
Branch Oversight
Location P&L: Review profit and loss statements for each of the three branches.
Cost Control: Find ways to lower waste and boost profit at each site.
Process Standard: Make sure all branches use the same rules for sales and buying.
Inventory Checks: Track stock levels and asset counts at every branch.
Team Leadership & Compliance
Staff Supervision and mentor: Guide a small accounting team (bookkeepers/clerks) or staff accountants at the offices.
Payroll Review: Check payroll files before final payment goes out.
Internal Controls: Set rules to stop fraud or errors in daily tasks.
Coordinate with CPA firms for annual tax filings and financial reviews.
Ensure legal compliance with local, state, and federal tax laws.
Multi-Branch Operations & Internal Controls
Standardize accounting procedures across all three geographic locations.
Audit inventory and fixed assets regularly at each branch site.
Enforce internal controls to prevent fraud, waste, and errors.
Review corporate payroll and branch-specific expense reports for accuracy.
Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
Experience: 5+ years of accounting experience, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role.
Multi-site Experience: Proven history managing financials for multiple branches or locations.
Software: Advanced proficiency in QuickBooks Enterprise, Sage, or similar mid-market ERP systems.
Skills: Strong Excel skills, sharp attention to detail, and excellent leadership abilities.
Certification: CPA or CMA is a major plus but not strictly required.
Responsibilities
Create, implement, and update company accounting policies to comply with all rules and regulations
Communicate with vendors and suppliers to ensure the accuracy and timeliness of charges and payments
Review and analyze budgets, costs, and profits
Set and monitor key performance indicators
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and developments
Create risk assessment models
Create and present reports on the company’s financial performance
Qualifications
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting or Finance
Certification as a Certified Management Accountant (CMA) or Certified Public Accountant (CPA) is preferred
Previous experience as a Controller or in a similar position is preferred
Understanding of all relevant accounting principles, procedures, and regulations
Familiarity with Microsoft Excel, databases, and accounting software
Strong mathematical and analytical skills
Excellent attention to detail, time management, and communication skills
This is a remote position.
Numbers & Facts
Location
Birmingham, AL (Remote)
Job Type
Full-time
Skills
Accountingunmatched
Accounting Policiesunmatched
Accounting Softwareunmatched
Accounting Standards and Regulationsunmatched
Analysis Skillsunmatched
Balance Sheetunmatched
Bookkeepingunmatched
Budget Managementunmatched
Budgetingunmatched
Cash Flowunmatched
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Certified Management Accountant (CMA)unmatched
Certified Public Accountant (CPA)unmatched
Communication Skillsunmatched
Cost Analysisunmatched
Cost Controlunmatched
Dental Insuranceunmatched
Detail Orientedunmatched
ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning)unmatched
Expense Reportsunmatched
Federal Laws and Regulationsunmatched
Federal Taxunmatched
Financeunmatched
Financial Controlunmatched
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Financial Operationsunmatched
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Financial Statementsunmatched
Fixed Assetsunmatched
Health Insuranceunmatched
Income Statementsunmatched
Industry/Trade Analysisunmatched
Intuit Quickbooksunmatched
Leadershipunmatched
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Mathematicsunmatched
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Microsoft Excelunmatched
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Operationsunmatched
People Managementunmatched
Performance Analysisunmatched
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Profit & Lossunmatched
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Regulationsunmatched
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Risk Analysisunmatched
Risk Managementunmatched
Risk Modelingunmatched
Salesunmatched
State Laws and Regulationsunmatched
Tax Regulationsunmatched
Time Managementunmatched
Vision Planunmatched
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