Controller

Centre County company is seeking a controller to handle the finance and accounting functions for a new project they have engaged. This role will be a blend of controller. Senior Financial Analyst and Project Management duties.

Primary Responsibilities:

Controllership Duties

·      Reconcile and report on a monthly basis sale, orders, backlog, inventories, and trends.

·      Prepare financial information and report to management, including designing new reports or implementing information gathering in new areas.

·      Complete month end reconciliations and entries under tight deadlines.

·      Independently collects, audits, reconciles, and compiles accounting data as required including liaison with both outside and internal auditors.

·      Coordinate shared service resources to effectively manage accounts receivable, accounts payable and general accounting functions.

Financial Planning and Budgeting

·      Collaborate with stakeholders to develop comprehensive financial plan and budget for major project spanning multiple phases or years.

·      Conduct detailed financial analysis to support budget development, considering factors such as resource allocation, capital expenditures, and operational costs.

·      Establish financial milestones and benchmarks to track progress, costs over/under runs and ensure alignment with project objectives.

Financial Monitoring and Reporting

·      Implement robust financial tracking mechanisms to monitor expenditures, forecasts, and variances throughout the project lifecycle.

·      Lead month-end close processes, including financial reconciliations, accruals, and variance analysis, to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.

·      Generate regular financial reports and dashboards to provide stakeholders with timely insights into project financial performance.

Forecasting and Financial Analysis

·      Develop and maintain project financial forecasts based on evolving project scope, schedule, and resource requirements.

·      Conduct variance analysis and trend analysis to identify potential risks and opportunities and provide actionable insights to project teams and senior management.

·      Collaborate with project teams to develop mitigation strategies for addressing forecasted variances and achieving financial targets.

·      University Graduate with bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field with proven experience (5+ years).

·      MBA or CPA preferred.

·      Demonstrated expertise with controllership responsibilities and financial program management roles preferred.

·      Experience leading month-end close processes and financial reporting activities.

·      Solid understanding of project management principles, methodologies, and tools.

·      Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage and influence stakeholders.

·      Excellent analytical skills with attention to detail.

·      Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate financial information effectively.

·      Strong MS Excel skills and knowledge of JDE ERP systems.