Divisional Controller

The Teal-Jones Group, Pine Products, LLC. is searching for a Divisional Controller to join our fast growing Martinsville, VA Operation.

The Divisional Controller is a key member of Management and is responsible for overseeing the financial performance of the division as well as providing financial analysis and guidance to the General Manager and Corporate. The Divisional Controller is responsible for timely reporting of financial statements and other reports, the internal control environment and financial analysis, including cash management, cost saving initiatives and identifying issues.

***This is not a remote work position. Any candidate selected for this opportunity will sit on-site at our Martinsville, VA office***

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

1. Analyze financial reports, determine cash flow forecast and develop new financial strategies to achieve revenue goals.

2. Evaluate financial performance and generate profit and loss statements.

3. Propose several financial options to support business objectives.

4. Identify financial risks and develop appropriate action plans.

5. Discuss financial terms and conditions with customers and perform negotiations when needed.

6. Account for log procurement and perform financial analysis on cost and adequacy of log supply.

7. Provide support to the sales team on the profitability of various cutting programs.

8. Provide support in budget preparation and expense management activities.

9. Coordinate with management in financial analysis and planning operations.

10. Generate financial reports to management in timely and accurate manner.

11. Maintain accounting control parameters and recommend improvements to current control procedures.

12. Work with Auditors in performing financial audits

13. Provide guidance to financial staff when needed.

14. Perform month-end reconciliation and account closing processes

15. Participate in team meetings to discuss financial results and issues.

Other:

1. Performs other duties as assigned and /or required

2. Travel to other US divisions may be required

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities Required:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or business administration, or equivalent business experience
• 10+ years of progressively responsible experience for a major company or division of a large corporation.

• Previous experience managing a small team of direct reports required.
• Preference will be given to candidates with a Certified Public Accountant designation.
• Strong interpersonal skills, communication skills, team building and negotiations skills
• Ability to exercise a high degree of discretion and judgment
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships and act as a facilitator
• Exceptional problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Proven ability in financial analysis
• Strong organizational skills with the desire to accept the challenge of working in continually changing internal and external business conditions
• Strong computer skills in Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel