Job Description

Controller for CPA Firm

The Innovative CPA Group (ICG) is looking for a Controller to join our team in our Shelton, CT headquarters. The Innovative CPA Group is an employee-centric firm comprised of experienced tax and accounting professionals. We have successfully built a culture of empowerment, accountability, and wide-ranging expertise. We leverage the latest technology to streamline our workflow, thereby improving the service to our clients.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Oversee and present monthly/annual financial reports including monthly profit and loss by location, forecast vs. budget by location, etc.
• Assess and evaluate financial performance of firm with regard to long-term operational goals, budgets, and forecasts. Provide insight and recommendations to both short-term and long-term growth plan of organization.
• Lead financial due diligence for mergers and acquisitions, including in-depth review and analysis of target company financial statements, key performance metrics, and risk exposures.
• Supervise the accounting department to ensure the proper functioning of all systems, databases, and financial software. Provide regular maintenance and backup of all accounting systems and supervise company financial staff.
• Oversee the month-end close process, constantly reviewing procedures while eliminating inefficiencies.
• Manage cash flow planning process and ensure funds availability.
• Maintain outstanding banking relationships and strategic alliances with vendors and business partners.
• Oversee weekly cash management and AP Department, approve large payables, sign checks, authorize large wires and ACHs.
• Supervise Accounts Receivable management and provide guidance relating to the collection process.

Skills and Qualifications

• At least eight (8) years of Controller/CFO experience
• Expert with QuickBooks Online
• Outstanding communication and presentation skills
• Demonstrated leadership ability, confidence, and executive presence – ability to motivate staff
• Excellent analytical, reasoning, and problem-solving skills
• Significant experience working with external auditors, internal controls and compliance-related issues

What You'll Love About Us:

• Competitive compensation, commensurate with experience
• 401(k) plan with employer match
• Paid health insurance for Employee, with dependent/spouse coverage at employee cost
• 4 week's vacation
• Onsite gym membership (Shelton location)
• Flexible work hours
• Hybrid option are available for the right candidate
• Business casual attire