{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"7144ccaf11ac6b6ca4917995","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/7144ccaf11ac6b6ca4917995","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/7144ccaf11ac6b6ca4917995","title":"Controller","description":"Bell-Carter Packaging has retained Armanino to lead the search for their Controller opening. Please see below for details on the role, and further directions on how to apply directly through Armanino. We look forward to hearing from you!\nBell-Carter Packaging\nModesto, CA\nController\nCOMPANY BACKGROUND\nEstablished in 1987, Bell-Carter Packaging has extensive solutions for primary and secondary food handling, ongoing packaging or re-packaging projects, including seasonal, short-term and long-term production requirements.\nSUMMARY\nResponsible for overseeing and managing all financial accounting, tax, external financial reporting, treasury, FP&A, risk management, and credit functions within the organization. This position plays a crucial role in ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and compliance of financial reporting, and implementing and maintaining effective internal controls. This position often works closely with third parties such as auditors, banks and tax professionals.\nRESPONSIBILITIES\nFinancial Leadership\nProvide strategic financial leadership and collaborate with executive management to support overall organizational goals\nDevelop and implement financial policies, procedures, and internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance with applicable regulations\nTeam Leadership\nLead and mentor the finance, accounting and FP&A team—fostering a collaborative team with cross department teamwork and continuous growth to work towards the company’s goals\nOversee the team’s establishment and maintenance of accounting policies, ensuring practices and procedures comply with accounting quality\nConduct regular performance evaluations and identify opportunities for professional development\nFinancial Accounting, Internal & External Financial Reporting\nOversee the preparation and presentation of accurate and timely financial statements in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)\nEnsure the integrity and completeness of financial data through analysis and reconciliation of accounts\nOversee the preparation and presentation of accurate and timely internal/management reporting\nEnsures all stakeholder financial reporting requirements of the company are satisfied including Board reporting, financial audit, bank reporting, and audit as required\nDistills and communicates the key drivers of the financial results, continually evaluating monthly reporting package to ensure relevance and insight\nLeads governance process. Develop, and ensure compliance of the organization with, all Internal controls including ROI/CEA best practices for Capex, Innovation investment, Trade & Marketing Spend and approval limits\nOversees IT systems configuration and operation in all areas to be sure they are properly supporting the company’s financial reporting needs\nLeads or supports ad hoc projects as required by management\nFinancial Planning & Analysis (including Budgeting & Forecasting)\nOversee and contribute to the development of the FP&A processes and procedures\nOversee the annual budget, forecasting, and long-range financial planning process\nAssists the CEO, GM, and Plant Managers in the evaluation of business processes\nOversee the completion of the monthly management reporting process including the internal P&L and cash flow report and analysis and other internal reporting\nReview/Audit Management\nCoordinate and manage the external review/audit process and work with reviewer/auditor to provide necessary information and address inquiries\nImplement review/audit recommendations to improve internal controls and financial processes\nPresent reviewed/audited financial statements to the CEO\nCompliance and Regulation\nOversee the tax return preparation process and filing\nStay abreast of changes in accounting regulations and ensure the organization’s financial practices remain in compliance\nWork with legal and compliance teams to address any financial compliance issues\nEmployee Benefits\nOversee payroll and benefits processing and analysis of spend including 401k, healthcare and workers’ compensation\nOversee audits of 401k and workers compensation\nOversee analysis of employee benefit plans and make suggestions for change where needed\nDirect the annual fringe cost calculations for plan purposes\nSupport annual renewal process and internal implementation of benefit plan changes\nMember of 401k committee\nTreasury & Risk Management\nResponsible for cash flow management including monitoring liquidity, optimizing working capital through day-to-day cash management\nIdentifies financial risks and implements strategies to mitigate these risks ensuring the financial stability and sustainability of the organization\nMaintain strong banking relationships\nDirects annual insurance renewal process\nFinancial Systems (ERP System)\nEvaluate, implement, and manage financial systems to streamline processes and enhance efficiency\nCollaborate with IT and other relevant departments to ensure seamless integration and functionality of financial systems\nPersonal Development\nContinuous development of individual skills\nPOSITION REQUIREMENTS\nEducation & Experience\nBS degree in accounting, CPA license strongly preferred\n10+ years of progressive experience, preferably in a combination of Public accounting and manufacturing industry experience\nExperience in a financial leadership role, preferably a Controller or higher\nExperience in the following areas: thorough knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, internal controls, budgeting and forecasting, financial analysis, cost accounting, and tax compliance\nSkills/Knowledge/Ability\nFamiliarity with financial software and ERP systems, preferably Sage Intacct\nFamiliarity with Microsoft Office Suite\nDemonstrated ability to lead and develop a team\nExcellent communication and interpersonal skills\nStrong organizational and project management skills\nPOSITION DETAILS\nDepartment: Finance\nLocation: Modesto, CA (hybrid)\nAuthority: This position reports to the CEO and leads finance, accounting, and FP&A\nAnnual Salary: $198,000 - $220,000\nYou can also apply directly via email your resume and LinkedIn profile to Caroline at caroline.morris@armaninollp.com. 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Please see below for details on the role, and further directions on how to apply directly through Armanino. We look forward to hearing from you!\nBell-Carter Packaging\nModesto, CA\nController\nCOMPANY BACKGROUND\nEstablished in 1987, Bell-Carter Packaging has extensive solutions for primary and secondary food handling, ongoing packaging or re-packaging projects, including seasonal, short-term and long-term production requirements.\nSUMMARY\nResponsible for overseeing and managing all financial accounting, tax, external financial reporting, treasury, FP&A, risk management, and credit functions within the organization. This position plays a crucial role in ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and compliance of financial reporting, and implementing and maintaining effective internal controls. 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