<p>Note to Recruiters:</p> <p>We kindly ask that third-party recruiters and agencies do not contact us regarding this job posting. We are not accepting unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions from external recruiters for this position. Thank you for respecting our hiring process.</p> <p>Position Description:</p> <p>The Controller reports to the Chief Financial Officer and is responsible for timely and accurate financial statement preparation, reporting, and analysis to ensure compliance with company accounting practices. This position will include managing financial accounting and reporting, budgeting, and analysis, and providing overall financial information to Corporate Officers and the Board of Directors to assist with strategic and operational decision-making. In addition, this position assists in ensuring compliance with internal accounting policies, generally accepted accounting principles, and multi-state and federal regulations as applicable.</p> <p>Essential Duties and Responsibilities:</p> <ul> <li>Direct management of employees in Accounting and Accounts Receivables which includes hiring, training, and planning work assignments, performance appraisals, compensation review, and issue resolution. </li><li>Manage financial reporting which includes preparing monthly subsidiary and consolidated financial statements by US GAAP, cost center reviews, and variance reporting. </li><li>Oversee month-end closing. </li><li>Direct preparation of annual audited financial statements as well as support the income, sales & use, personal property tax, and IRS form 5500 filings. </li><li>Maintain the system of accounts and records for all Company transactions and assets. This includes General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Payroll. </li><li>Coordinate and prepare for the annual budget and financial forecasting processes, including analyzing and reporting on variances. </li><li>Work with Senior Management in driving financial and operational accountability throughout the organization with an emphasis on coordination of Sales, Operations, and Administrative functional areas. </li><li>Support the treasury, risk management, and taxation as needed. </li><li>Other duties and projects as assigned. </li></ul> <p>Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:</p> <ul> <li>Knowledge of GAAP, strong problem-solving skills, research and resolution skills, data analysis, and multi-tasking skills. </li><li>Expert knowledge of Excel, Access, database management, and financial accounting software packages </li><li>Exceptional verbal and written communication aptitude, with strong analytical and financial skills </li><li>Ability to present financial data clearly and concisely and provide supporting information with analytical and strategic input. </li><li>Strong organizational skills with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment </li><li>Ability to work within a team and independently with an emphasis on accuracy and timeliness. </li></ul> <p>Education:</p> <ul> <li>Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance with strong GAAP accounting knowledge required; CPA or MBA is preferred </li><li>5+ years of private and or public financial accounting managerial experience; manufacturing, retail, and or distribution industry experience as well as M&A skills a plus </li></ul> <p>Physical Requirements:</p> <ul> <li>While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to see, speak, and hear. </li><li>Frequent sitting and standing, walking, using hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; may stoop, kneel, or crouch. </li><li>Occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds </li></ul> <p>Comments:</p> <p>These responsibilities are not intended to be all-inclusive, and this position may also be asked to perform other duties as assigned by management. Maine Oxy-Acetylene Supply Company reserves the right to revise or change any of the above responsibilities.</p>