Controller

ControllerHunter Recruiting | Avon, OHHunter Recruiting is seeking a highly accomplished Controller to plan and direct the accounting operations of the company. This is an internal role and a member of Hunter's leadership team. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, diligent, tactful, and organized.Experience and Education RequirementsBachelor’s degree in accounting required.10+ years of related experience required.Required QualificationsExcellent management and supervisory skills.Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Excellent organizational and time management skills.Proficient in accounting software.Ability to understand the needs of the business with analytical thinking and data to back up decision-making.Proven track record of relationship-building skills.Ability to work effectively with a team or independently depending on the task.High level of integrity, accountability, and commitment to compliance.Demonstrates a high sense of urgency and healthy appetite for accuracy.Adaptable to frequent change and versatility of work.Strong technological aptitude.Essential Job Duties and ResponsibilitiesMaintain a documented system of accounting policies and procedures; implement and continually monitor a system of controls over accounting transactions to minimize risk.Oversee the production of periodic financial reports; ensure that the reported results comply with generally accepted accounting principles.Recommend benchmarks that measure the company’s performance.Manage all vendor payments.Direct and monitor the activities and performance of the workers' compensation program to ensure compliance with applicable regulations.Produce annual budget/forecasts and report significant budget differences to management.Provide financial analysis, with emphasis on capital investments, pricing decisions, and contract negotiations, in collaboration with COO.Work with external vendors and provide needed information for audits.Monitor retirement plan and review annual 5500.Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal government requirements.Perform other related duties as necessary or assigned.Supervisory ResponsibilitiesOversee Accounting Assistants, Accounting Specialists and Senior Accounting Specialists.Oversee HR staff, including HR Manager, Generalist or administrative personnel. Interview, hire and train new staff.Oversee the daily workflow of the department.Provide constructive and timely performance evaluations.Work environmentThis job operates in a professional office environment. The role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and printers. Physical demandsProlonged periods of sedentary work. Occasional transporting of office supplies and/or equipment up to 20 pounds. Travel requiredMinimal travel required (e.g., for recruitment events, training, or conferences).Additional eligibility considerationsCertified Public Accountant or Certified Management Accountant designation preferred.