• Administrative
  • Brainerd

Position is located in Brainerd, MN.

No Remote work option is available. Must be in person.

Job Purpose and Impact

As a Controller, you will oversee a company’s financial health and ensure that its financial statements are accurate and compliant with laws and regulations.

Key Accountabilities

Financial Accounting:

· General Ledger Management: Maintain and update the general ledger, ensuring its accuracy and completeness.

· Reporting: Draft all financial statements and notes required for inclusion in the Company’s monthly, quarterly, and annual reports to management with supporting details for completeness and variances.

Strategic Financial Planning:

  • Budgeting: Strategic focus on long-term financial planning and capital allocation decisions.

· Risk Management: Analyze and mitigate financial risks, such as currency fluctuations, interest rate changes, and commodity price volatility.

Cash Flow Management:

· Cash Forecasting: Regular cash flow forecasting to optimize cash positions and minimize borrowing needs.

· Banking Relationships: Manage banking relationships, negotiating favorable terms, and optimizing cash management strategies.

Treasury Functions:

· Debt Management: Manage debt obligations, refinancing, and optimizing debt structure.

Compliance and Reporting:

· Regulatory Compliance: Ensure compliance with tax regulations, financial reporting standards (e.g., GAAP), and other relevant laws and regulations either directly or through third party management.

Other Responsibilities:

· Supervise or administer bookkeeping functions for accounts receivable and payable.

· Update standard product costs on a regular basis

· Support pricing conversations with the product owners and president

· Assist in the organization of the annual physical inventory count and corresponding adjustments

· Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

· Bachelor’s degree in accounting, or related field

· 5 years of experience, including experience in a manufacturing environment, with increasing responsibilities in financial accounting, cost accounting, planning and analysis. (Thorough understanding of cost accounting processes are essential.)

  • Ability to interact with employees at all levels of the organization.
  • Skilled in using personal computers and software, especially spreadsheet software.
  • Ability to work under pressure and prioritize a wide scope of responsibilities.
  • Ability to organize time and staff members to ensure effective accomplishments of assignments and goals.
  • Ability to comprehend complex problems and analyze and communicate explanations or recommendations in a clear, concise manner.
  • Excellence in Microsoft Excel
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Word
  • Familiarity with PowerPoint

Working Conditions

Office position with travel to other facilities may be needed. No unusual or excessive physical demands. Position includes sitting, standing, walking, bending, kneeling and use of hands and arms to operate office and shop equipment.

To apply for this job email your details to mike@growbrainerdlakes.org