Controller @ Tech Company

Coda Search is partnering with a rapidly expanding technology transportation company with offices located in New York, NY. This is a PE-backed company that is around $50M+ in revenue that has shown consistent growth and is currently operating in 10 states across the US. This person would be responsible for overseeing the accounting/finance function preparing the monthly financial reporting package and supervising two staff members.

Dynamic company working closely with the two founders and helping to drive the strategic direction of the business

Job Responsibilities:

  • Oversee and prepare the monthly consolidated financial reporting package
  • Lead the month/quarter and annual close process
  • Manage and oversee all budgeting and forecasting across the group
  • Prepare variance and trend analysis
  • Prepare the intercompany transactions between multiple entities
  • Manage the fixed assets and depreciation schedules
  • Manage and supervise two direct reports
  • Review all cash applications including AP, AR, and banking activity
  • Lead the annual audit and work directly with the external CPA firm

Qualifications

  • Bachelors in Accounting/Finance
  • Prior experience in public accounting or CPA would be a plus
  • 10+ years of experience in Accounting with prior management experience
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills
  • Experience with NetSuite or Sage Intacct
  • Prior experience with inventory is required

Controller @ Tech Company

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