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Corporate Controller

August Schell Brewing Company

Location: New Ulm, Minnesota
Type: Full-Time, Non-Remote
Posted on: October 31, 2024
Corporate Controller
Job Type
Full-time
Description
• Direct and oversee all aspects of the organization's finance and accounting functions, including administering and maintaining general ledgers, financial statement reporting, payroll, budget process, and internal controls.
• Provide comprehensive financial updates to senior managers by evaluating, analyzing, and reporting appropriate financial information.
• Direct and oversee all aspects of the organization's finance and accounting functions, including administering and maintaining general ledgers, financial statement reporting, payroll, budget process, and internal controls.
• Establish financial and operating benchmarks, budgets, and reporting standards monthly and annually.
• Prepare and coordinate with the finance team to ensure the accurate and timely preparation of monthly board reports, the annual budget, and other ad hoc reports as needed.
• Manage and coordinate the activities of external accountants in the preparation of annual financial reports in accordance with GAAP and annual tax returns.
• Continual improvement and development of the budgeting process, guiding leadership and departmental managers on financial issues impacting departmental budgets and related corrective actions
• Provide leadership and professionally interact with management, staff, customers, and vendors to effectively accomplish goals and ensure compliance with company and regulatory policies and procedures.
• Facilitate external financial institution and insurance broker relationships, overseeing annual renewals, risk management, and mitigation.
• Manage and evaluate capital and funding plans, providing guidance based on current and future goals.
• Provide guidance and improvements to the payroll process, with innovative improvements for both efficiency and effectiveness
• Implement consistent accounting policies, practices, and procedures across all programs, adhering to regulatory reporting standards while remaining knowledgeable of proposed legislation.
• Oversee and support the accounting team with dynamic leadership that creates an environment of trust and productivity.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements
Skills & Abilities:
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills, including prioritizing demands while working with minimal direction.
• Ability to communicate effectively and to all levels of the organization.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• In-depth knowledge of GAAP principles and financial reporting standards and practices.
• Strong understanding of banking processes and financial data analysis.
• Working knowledge of national and local tax regulations and compliance reporting.
• Experience in managing payroll, with a focus on streamlining accounting processes.
• Exemplary history of financial project management.
Education And Experience
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, 7-10 years of professional accounting experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• CPA or MBA preferred
• 3-5 years experience managing accounting/finance teams.
• Advanced knowledge of Excel and Microsoft 365 Suite.
Preferred Education & Experience
• Netsuite ERP knowledge and experience
• Paylocity HRIS knowledge and experience
Physical Requirements
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift 30 pounds at times.
• Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization's facilities.
Food and Beverage Services
Accounting/Auditing and Finance
Full-time