Financial Controller

FINANCIAL CONTROLLER

We are currently searching for a highly talented FINANCIAL CONTROLLER that will work out of our Baltimore MD Office. If you possess a positive and enthusiastic approach to Finance and customer service, we want to talk to you!!

This role is a blend of Hands On work with solid operational Accounting experience, with strong oversight responsibilities of a team of 8 - 10 Direct Reports. Will navigate a complex and evolving services organization in a PE environment.

The objective of the Financial Controller is to provide excellent internal customer service while providing financial analysis and reporting, business systems management, and other tasks in support of business operations; to safeguard the assets and maximize the return on the investment for the owner of Len The Plumber Heating & Air brand / division through the efficient management of the Finance department; assuring accurate and timely preparations of all monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, year-end procedures, and corporate tax returns. The Financial Controller establishes documents and enforces all accounting and administrative policies and procedures. Oversees cost and general accounting, accounts receivable/collection, and payroll and risk management. This position will oversee these duties at all LTP Branch locations.

Experience with SAGE INTAACT, ADP Workforce Now preferred. Will also utilize the ERP Service Titan that is integrated with SAGE.

NOTE: This is an in-person / on-site position. Local candidates only please.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Serve as a day-to-day finance leader and consultant for staff, Region Leaders, and GMs
• Work closely with the FP&A team in support of performance analysis and identification of opportunities for performance improvement
• Manage accounting department operations including all aspects of general ledger and transactional accounting/accruals, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and weekly cash flow forecast
• Implement corporate policies, including accounting, and innovation projects
• Direct the preparation and timely completion of the monthly close
• Ensure general ledger balance sheet account reconciliations are completed and reviewed on a regular basis
• Ensure a strong internal control environment
• Timely completion and submission of forecasts and annual budgets
• Identify opportunities to streamline processes in financial operations and further automate were possible Regional points of contact for external, and internal financial audits
• Work with LTP Corporate Management team on banking activities, accounting policies, and compliance
• Oversee local cash management, payroll execution, regulatory reporting, sales tax collection and remittance Supervise, develop, and provide feedback to direct reports.
• Ad hoc reporting and analysis
• Partner with Divisional Managers to assist in delivering financial results, identify and help solve trouble areas.
• Review monthly/daily accruals and journal; entries.
• Review monthly financial reports and the quarterly consolidations.
• Review all the general ledger proofs and controls.
• Responsible for the planning and implementation of the monthly and year end closing procedures, including, but not restricted to, the physical inventory, annual audit, and corporate taxes.
• Responsible for the planning and implementation of the budget procedures.
• Review the daily cash flow report/investment strategies, and the funds movements/performance analysis.
• Establish, review, document, and implement accounting and administrative policies and procedures.
• Prepare and maintain job descriptions for the Finance Department.
• Review EDP functions as they relate to the financial data integrity and accuracy.
• Review budget documents to endure that the actual financial data is in concurrence with budget; i.e. account classification, head counts, etc.
• Review and update internal controls performed by the Finance team to assure compliance to corporate policies and procedures and separation of the duties where necessary.
• Oversees cost and general accounting, account receivable/collection and payroll and risk management.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Keeps up-to-date on information and technology affecting functional areas(s) to increase innovation and ensure compliance.
• Hires, trains, develops and appraises staff effectively. Takes corrective action as necessary on a timely basis and in accordance with company policy. Consults with Human Resources as appropriate.
• Special projects and tasks as may be necessary to support management decision making.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team environment.

EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, with a Master's degree being a plus.
• 5+ years experience in Public Accounting required
• Experience in the Service Industry a plus.

Compensation:

• Based on experience

Benefits:

• Competitive Dental, Vision, and Healthcare Plans
• 401(k) matching
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• PTO
• Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Disclaimer: The above job description is not intended as, nor should it be construed as, exhaustive of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

EOE

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