Controller

FlagstaffOn-siteFull-time

AI Summary

Oversees the company's accounting operations, including general ledger, month-end close, financial reporting, and internal controls, while leading the A/R, A/P, and GL team and coordinating the G&A budget and forecast.

About this role

JOB TITLE: Controller

EMPLOYER: Nackard Pepsi and Hi-Line Snack & Vending

DEPARTMENT: Accounting/Finance

REPORTS TO: CFO

EFFECTIVE DATE: Upon Hire

POSITION: Full-Time, Salary, In-person only

SUMMARY:

The Controller is responsible for overseeing the company’s accounting operations, maintaining accurate financial records, producing timely and reliable financial reporting, and strengthening financial controls and processes. This position supports management decision-making through financial analysis, planning, and coordination of core accounting activities. This person leads the A/R, A/P, and GL accounting team.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Oversees the general ledger, month-end and year-end close, account reconciliations, and the preparation of accurate financial statements.
Manages and reviews accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash receipts, deposits, and other day-to-day accounting activities to ensure timely and accurate processing.
Prepares and presents monthly financial reports, management analysis, and explanations of significant variances from budget, forecast, and prior periods.
Leads the annual G&A budgeting and forecasting process in coordination with department managers and executive leadership.
Maintains and improves internal controls, accounting policies, procedures, and documentation to protect company assets and support accurate reporting.
Coordinates the preparation of tax filings, audits, insurance requests, and other financial information with external accountants, auditors, and advisors, as applicable.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Supervises and develops accounting staff; establishes priorities, reviews work for accuracy, and supports training and performance development.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance; CPA or other relevant certification preferred.
Minimum 8 years of professional accounting experience, with minimum of 3–5 years of experience leading, mentoring, and developing high-performing teams
Demonstrated success in progressive accounting positions, including general ledger, financial reporting, and month-end close responsibilities.
Strong understanding of accounting principles, internal controls, and financial reporting practices.
Demonstrated ability to interpret financial results, explain variances, and provide practical recommendations to management.
Excellent attention to detail, organization, problem-solving, and analytical skills; able to manage multiple deadlines and priorities.
Computer skills:
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel; experience with accounting software and financial reporting systems.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Continually required to sit.
Continually required to utilize hearing, vision, and hand/finger dexterity.
This position is on-site, in-person only.

COMPANY BENEFITS:

Medical
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance
Long Term Disability
401(k) With Company Match
Sick Time & Vacation Pay
Childcare Benefit

Skills

Accounting SoftwareAccount ReconciliationsAccounts PayableAccounts ReceivableBudgeting And ForecastingCPAExcelFinancial ReportingGeneral LedgerInternal ControlsMonth-end CloseTax Filings