Controller

Company is seeking aMulti-Unit ControllerforamajorUniversityin theSt. Louis Metropolitan Missouriarea.This position will provide regional finance support for weekly flash projections, participation in final budget reviews, forecast updates, period close, and ad hoc reporting. This position will serve as the primary point of contact for most regional finance questions and concerns. Large scale multi-account experience.Relocation is available!!

TheControllerwill be responsiblefor reviewing, analyzing and preparing financial reports related to the finance function. Analyzes, reviews and implements process improvement. May lead a significant part of a project to enhance the internal and/or external financial reporting capabilities. Develop internal and/or external relationships to ensure maintenance and delivery of financial reports and information. 25% travel within the territory. Contributes to the strategic direction of the financial reporting function and success of the overall operations!

The successful candidate will:

• manage all accounting and financial matters including accounts payable/receivable, budget, payroll, reporting, inventory, chargeback's, etc.;
• be responsible for accounting and financial reporting;
• analyze account budget(s);
• perform financial analysis to assist in decision making;
• provide financial training for unit personnel;
• generate monthly amendments, reconcile purchase orders and invoices, process equipment add/delete forms;
• manage equipment contracts and field service reports, research device codes and coverage costs.

Is this opportunity right for you We are looking for candidates who:

• pay attention to detail;
• demonstrate strong Excel skills (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, modeling) required; Access database knowledge preferred;
• have effective communication skills (written & verbal);
• succeed in a team environment;
• are customer service oriented;
• have strong finance knowledge, as well as strong research and analytical skills;
• adapt quickly and learn new tasks independently;
• demonstrate excellent organizational skills;
• can manage competing priorities and deadlines; and/or
• generate bold, creative ideas to improve performance and processes.

Position Summary

Manages all accounting and financial matters for either a large multi-size national account OR a large complex single location account

Key Duties

• Data Collection from field - data review, analysis and suggestion of process improvement, review of FSC spot audits, accounts receivable review, review of new business,
• Oversight and direction of annual budgeting process & oversight and direction of period close process for all sites for Company and Client, creation and maintenance of area forecasts, oversight of Project Clear compliance for portfolio.
• Financial Training and development of Company General Managers.
• Creation, delivery & presentation of client specific financial reports as needed
• Oversight, training and support of POS systems and other cashless technology
• Train other controllers, analysts and field in contract interpretation, accounting procedures, system applications, and other areas

Qualifications & Requirements

• Basic Education Requirement -Bachelor's Degreeor equivalent experience
• Basic Functional Experience -3 years of experience in finance, accounting or related field