Job Description
Job Description
We are looking for an experienced Controller to oversee and enhance the financial operations of our organization in Antigo, Wisconsin. This role requires a dynamic leader who can ensure accurate financial reporting, maintain compliance with accounting standards, and drive improvements in financial processes. The Controller will play a critical role in guiding the company’s financial strategy and supporting operational decision-making.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee the preparation, consolidation, and analysis of monthly financial statements and management reports for presentation to key stakeholders, including the Board of Directors and executive leadership.
- Develop, implement, and uphold financial policies and procedures in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
- Direct the planning and execution of annual audits and ensure all tax reporting requirements are met in a timely and compliant manner.
- Supervise cost accounting activities, ensuring optimal application of standard and actual cost methodologies to improve product costing across various business units.
- Review financial and operational processes regularly to identify opportunities for increased efficiency, consistency, and best practices.
- Lead the coordination and management of the annual budgeting process, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and accurate financial forecasting.
- Serve as primary liaison with external auditors, organizing and providing required documentation for efficient and thorough audit completion.
- Oversee month-end and quarter-end closing procedures to guarantee prompt and accurate financial reporting.
- Deliver financial analysis, insights, and automated reporting tools that support informed business decisions and improve user understanding.
- Lead the implementation of financial system upgrades and new technology modules to enhance overall accounting operations and reporting capabilities.
• Proven experience in financial reporting, cost accounting, and consolidations.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage and develop a team effectively.
• Expertise in GAAP and other accounting standards and principles.
• Proficiency in tools such as Microsoft Excel and Power BI for financial analysis and reporting.
• Experience in audit preparation and interactions with external auditors.
• Ability to manage month-end and quarter-end close processes efficiently.
• Knowledge of budgeting processes and financial planning.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on process improvement and standardization.