Controller | Legends Global Buffalo/AdPro

Essential Functions

• Manage and oversee the daily operations of the accounting department including: accounts payable/receivable, cash receipts, general ledger
• Deliver executive-level reporting packages with commentary and analysis; Translate financial data into strategic insights for leadership
• Optimize cash flow management by forecasting cash requirements, monitoring cash balances, and implementing effective cash management strategies
• Ensure the timely reporting of monthly financial information and assist in all financial reporting
• Review of monthly journal entries and account reconciliations for all general ledger accounts
• Support the EVP in the development and implementation of the budget and financial forecasts and report variances
• Review the monthly and annual financial statements. Comply with local, state, and federal government reporting requirements and tax filings
• Audit Support: Review, coordinate and oversee completion of annual audits and provide recommendations for procedural improvements
• Process Improvement: Oversee ERP/accounting system integrity; Improve reporting automation and dashboards; Streamline accounting processes; Implement best-practice financial workflows
• Policies & Procedures: Maintain a documented system of accounting policies and operations, enhance the accuracy of the company's reported financial results, and ensure that reported results comply with generally accepted accounting principles
• Team Leadership: Manage and mentor the accounting staff, including performance review, staff development, and training
• Oversee preparation and processing of weekly payroll, including oversight and management of employee time
• Responsible for Company communications related to human resource related matters
• Act as liaison between Corporate recruitment and Company, including management of recruiting process for new personnel and conduct interviews as needed throughout the Company
• Involvement in onboarding process

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• Public accounting experience preferred
• 6+ years of hands-on Controller experience or similar
• Proficient in accounting software and databases; expertise in Microsoft Excel; Peachtree experience a plus
• Ability to multitask in a fast paced, time sensitive environment
• Proven knowledge of bookkeeping and accounting principles, practices, standards, laws, and regulations
• Strong attention to detail and excellent analytical skills
• Superior organizational and time-management skills
• Strong work ethic and the ability to thrive in a results driven and deadline driven environment
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities

Compensation

Competitive salary range of $130,000 - $160,000 plus incentive potential, commensurate with experience and a generous benefits package that includes: medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid vacation, and 401k plan.