Job Description

Controller

As a Controller, you will be responsible for overseeing the financial operations of a division within Group O, ensuring accurate financial reporting, and maintaining robust internal controls, and owning the oversight of your ERP System. You will play a critical role in guiding financial decision-making and supporting strategic planning initiatives. Your expertise will contribute to maintaining financial stability and achieving organizational goals.

The ideal candidate is a seasoned financial professional with a strong educational background, relevant certifications, and experience in accounting and finance. They are an analytical thinker with excellent analytical skills, an elevated level of integrity, and proven leadership abilities. They excel in communication, are meticulous, and possess the technical proficiency needed to manage complex financial operations. This candidate is adaptable, initiative-taking, and capable of driving the financial success of the organization.

Key Responsibilities

Essential Functions:

• Prepare and present accurate and timely financial statements, weekly, monthly, and annual operating budgets & forecasts, including balance sheets, income statements, cash flow statements, and manage month-end and year-end closings.
• Review and approve general ledger entries, adjustments & reconciliations, monthly borrowing base information, and wire and/or ACH transfer requests.
• Lead the budgeting process, including the preparation of annual budgets and financial forecasts. Monitor budget performance and provide variance analysis to management.
• Develop, implement, and maintain effective internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure the integrity of financial information.
• Maintain the accounting configuration of the enterprise resource planning (ERP) system.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations. Coordinate and manage external audits, including preparation of audit materials and consulting with auditors.
• Oversee cash flow management, including monitoring of cash balances, forecasts, and investment activities to optimize liquidity and financial stability.
• Oversee data collection for performance measurement, report to management & act based on performance.
• Provide financial analysis and insights to support strategic decision-making. Analyze financial performance, identify trends, recommend corrective actions, and analyze the financial impact of significant business events.
• Support bank relationships, determination of price modeling & quoting for sales and executive management, and the preparation of payroll for personnel if needed.
• Manage and mentor a team of accounting professionals and manage accounting escalations. Foster a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration, and professional development.
• Facilitate training to employees in the following areas: Process, Work instructions, and Enterprise resource planning (ERP) system.
• Evaluate and improve financial systems and processes to enhance efficiency and accuracy. Implement best practices in fiscal management and reporting.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to develop long-term financial strategies. Provide financial input on business plans, acquisitions, other strategic initiatives, special projects, and all other duties as assigned.

Job Qualifications

Education/Certifications:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field
• CPA or CMA

Experience:

• 5+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience, with 2+ years in a leadership role.

Preferred Experience:

• Experience with the following: Financial statement preparation and general ledger reconciliation, variance analysis and trending, treasury/cash management and covenant compliance reporting, budgeting/forecasting, management level negotiation and customer service, Cost control (measurement and reporting), Metric development and tracking for Finance and other business functions.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Strong knowledge of regulatory accounting standards.
• Proven experience in financial reporting, budgeting, and internal controls.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Strong leadership and team management abilities.
• Proficiency in financial software and ERP systems.
• Excellent communication and people skills.
• High ethical standards and integrity.

Preferred Skills and Qualifications:

• Ability to author reports, business correspondence, and instructions.
• Ability to present information to executive leadership, clients, suppliers, peers, and employees.
• Strong business acumen

Physical Requirements: N/A

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical and Dependent Care)
• 401(k) Plan with Company Match
• Generous Paid Time Off
• 10.5 Paid Holidays
• Career Development Opportunities

About Group O

At Group O, it's our employees who we value most. That's why we provide a supportive environment where employees are given every opportunity to excel. Group O offers a wide variety of careers with room for professional growth and advancement, and we are always looking for motivated individuals to join our team. At Group O, our employees' health and well-being is equally as important as the work they perform. We back up that philosophy by providing a competitive benefits package that supports now and for their future.

In 1974, Bob Ontiveros saw an opportunity to live the American dream and build a company for himself and his family. 50 years later, the packaging company he originally founded out of the back of his station wagon - Group O is ranked by the United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce as one of the top five Latino-owned businesses in the country. Group O has gained prestige for helping Fortune 500 companies like Samsung, Michelin, Caterpillar, and PepsiCo turn their most complex business challenges into centers of profitability and efficiency. Headquartered in Milan, IL, Group O employs over 1,200 employees.

Group O is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, and sexual orientation. If you require accommodations to participate in the job application process, please contact recruiting@groupo.com, we will work with you to meet your needs. Information provided by applicants will be treated with the utmost confidentiality. We respect your privacy and will handle your application data in accordance with our privacy policy.

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