THE PAPER STORE

About THE PAPER STORE

Full Time Corporate Position! The Paper Store Financial Controller Job Description The Paper Store Financial Controller is responsible for the accounting operations of the Company, including the production of periodic financial reports, maintenance of an adequate system of accounting records, and a comprehensive set of controls and budgets designed to mitigate risk, enhance the accuracy of the Company's reported financial results, and ensure that reported results are GAAP compliant and in line with standard industry practices. The Financial Controller will oversee a team of accountants, AP associates and others while also partnering directly with company executives to build and execute strategic financial and operational initiatives. Management Enhance and maintain a documented system of accounting policies, procedures and controls over all accounting transactions. Oversee the operations of the accounting department, including the design of organization structure adequate for achieving the department's goals and objectives. Safeguard the Companys assets. Ensure the internal controls over financial reporting processes are in place and complied with to provide reasonable assurance that the financial statements of the Company are few from material misstatement; enhance the controls where appropriate. Oversee the accounting operations of affiliated legal entities, especially their control systems, transaction-processing operations, and policies and procedures. Ensure the books and records are kept at a high standard to facilitate the annual audit, performed by an independent audit firm. Oversee and enhance the Payroll administration function and team so that all payroll functions operate effectively and in a timely manner. Transactions Ensure accounts payable are entered and paid in a timely manner and all expected discounts/credits are applied. Process payroll in a timely manner Manage bank accounts and ensure adequate controls, while ensuring that periodic bank reconciliations are completed Ensure that required debt payments are made on a timely basis Maintain the charts of accounts Maintain an orderly accounting filing system while migrating the function to a paperless environment Maintain a rolling 13-week cash forecast Financial Reporting In accordance with the Companys closing schedule, Issue timely, accurate and complete financial statements in accordance with US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles Coordinate the preparation of the Executive Management reporting package each month, including performance and cause of change analyses to the established Annual operating plans and forecasts Calculation and distribution of periodic financial covenants, including forecasting same through the next 4 quarters, as required by any debt instruments currently in place Recommend benchmarks against which to measure the performance of Company operations Calculate and issue financial and operating metrics Partner with the VP of Finance in the development of the Annual Operating Plan and quarterly forecasts Calculate variances from the budget and report significant issues to management Provide for a system of management cost reports. Provide historical information, as needed, for capital investments, pricing decisions, and contract negotiations. Compliance Coordinate the provision of information to external auditors for the annual audit and external tax preparers for corporate tax returns Monitor and report debt levels and compliance with debt covenants Comply with local, state, and federal government reporting requirements and tax filings Ensure the Companys fixed assets are properly recorded and controlled Additional responsibilities Plan, develop, organize, implement, direct and evaluate the Company's fiscal function and performance. Evaluate and advise on the impact of long-range planning, introduction of new programs/strategies and regulatory action. Enhance and/or develop, implement and enforce policies and procedures of the Company by way of systems that will improve the overall operation and effectiveness of the corporation. Provide technical financial advice and knowledge to others within the financial discipline. Optimize the handling of bank and deposit relationships and initiate appropriate strategies to enhance cash position. Develop a reliable cash flow projection process and reporting mechanism that includes minimum cash threshold to meet operating needs and any banking financial covenants of the Company. Be an advisor from the financial perspective on any contracts into which the Company may enter. Assess the outsourcing of noncritical functions where appropriate Competencies Financial management Business acumen Communication proficiency Ethical conduct Leadership Performance management Personal effectiveness/credibility Problem solving/analysis Strategic thinking Technical capacity Requirements Proven work experience as a Vice President, Finance and/or Controller or similar role Hands-on experience with financial and statistical software, Experience with Microsofts Great Plains general ledger and financial reporting tool, preferred Expertise in MS Excel (creating spreadsheets and using advanced formulas) and PowerPoint for developing executive presentation Excellent analytical skills Ability to present financial data using detailed reports and charts Confidentiality in handling sensitive financial information Bachelor of Business Administration and/or Master of Business Administration degree in Finance, Accounting or Economics. Relevant certification (i.e., CMA/CPA) is a plus Knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, and cost control principles including Generally Accepted Accounting Principles. Knowledge of automated financial and accounting reporting systems. Knowledge of federal and state financial regulations. Ability to analyze financial data and prepare financial reports, statements and projections. Working knowledge of short and long-term budgeting and forecasting, rolling budgets, and product-line profitability analysis. Work requires professional written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to motivate teams to produce quality materials within tight timeframes and simultaneously manage several projects. Ability to participate in and facilitate group meetings. Brand: The Paper Store Address: 20 Main St Acton, MA - 01720 Property Description: 0000 - 20 Main St, Office Property Number: 0000

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Legal Form: Inc

Company Type: Private

Company Size: 1001 - 5000

Revenue: 100 - 500 million (USD)

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