Position: Assistant Controller

Department: President/CEO, Advisors 

Reports to: CEO 

Classification: Full Time Exempt 

The Assistant Controller fills a critical role in all financial aspects of the Company by accounting for and coordinating the Company’s financial reporting and planning. The individual in this role is responsible for the accounting and compliance functions of the business. This includes timely and accurate financial, compliance and management reports. The ideal candidate possesses strong analytical skills with the ability to compile and analyze financial results, create detailed financial reports, financial budgets and forecasts, and manage financial risk. 

The Assistant Controller interfaces with the owner and management teams, outside CPA firm, legal counsel, banks and other consultants of the Company. 

Operational responsibilities include communicating and training personnel in financial and business functions of company; maintaining regulatory permits and insurance required for both the retail food operations and also the food manufacturing plant; working closely with the CEO in addressing financial and business needs; cost/benefit analyses for capital expenditures; cash management; oversight of accounts payable and receivables, preparation of monthly and annual financial statements according to GAAP. 

RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Develop strategic plan and identify financial opportunities 
• Establish financial and cash flow forecasts/budgets, and measure results 
• Analysis and reporting of the company’s financial performance and risks 
• Recruit accounting department personnel 
• Set targets for and supervise all accounting personnel   
• Perform internal audits and adherence to internal controls 
• Prepare timely and detailed reports on financial performance on a monthly and annual basis 
• Ensure adherence to financial laws and guidelines 
• Oversee daily transactions, including accounts payable/receivable 
• Reconcile monthly general ledger, bank reconciliations 
• Perform month-end and year-end closing 
• Organize financial data into useable information and maintain updated records 
• Establish/update accounting policies and procedures 
• Support the development and implementation of ERP initiatives and systems  
• Monitor adherence to internal policies and legal standards 

JOB REQUIREMENTS 

• Must have industry experience in food/beverage manufacturing, minimum 3 years 
• Proven experience in described duties 
• In-depth knowledge of corporate finance and accounting principles, laws and best practices 
• Solid knowledge of financial analysis and forecasting 
• An analytical mind with a strategic ability 
• Excellent organizational and leadership skills 
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal abilities 
• BS/BA or equivalent in accounting, finance or relevant field 
• Problem-solving and decision-making aptitude 
• Strong ethics, reliability and confidentiality 
• Must have excellent computer skills - MS Excel, Quickbooks or similar, manufacturing ERP system 

Hours 

Expected hours are from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday to Friday or equivalent; hybrid possible for the right candidate.

Location 

• Primarily in the headquarters and production facilities of Rotisystems (dba Roli Roti)