Controller Jobs in California

Position Summary

• The primary functions of a Controller are to provide oversight and continuous improvement of the accounting activities for their division.
• This requires traveling to different locations to conduct reviews of accounting activities and operational processes that affect accounting.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Oversee, review, and improve the overall accounting functions of division.
• Ability to perform each function within their division in order to support or train new employees. Partner with yard management by providing analysis and held with business decisions. Review, implement, and improve internal controls, company policy, and assist in monitoring adherence. Verifications and reconciliation of account balances. Perform analytical review of financial statements to ensure integrity. Perform monthly and quarterly financial and operational reviews of subsidiaries in accordance with GAAP and company guidelines. Assist with mergers and acquisitions, closing journal entry, blending of balance sheets, onsite pre-merger inventory. Assist, prepare and review year end work papers and client assistance package for external auditors at year end. Assist, prepare and review monthly journal entries in the financial statement closing process in accordance with GAAP and company guidelines. Assist, prepare or provide support for tax returns in accordance with federal and state laws. Train new accountants at the subsidiary level in all aspects of financial and accounting reporting in accordance with GAAP and company guidelines. Provide training to subsidiary personnel regarding back-office functions and accounting software such as Concur, Cadency, OneStream. Act as liaison between the division and director of the department regarding all GMS initiatives. Assist in the preparation of the annual budget. Coordinate and support sales and use tax audits, property tax audits. Assist in the preparation of year end audit work papers for external auditors. Interact with region and subsidiary managers using written and oral communication skills. Assist with special projects as needed.
• Communicate regularly with subsidiary accounting staff and all levels of management to develop strong relationships in the field.
• Develop, create reports based on needs of each region, regional VP, manager, etc. Perform inventory observations and assistance with performing routine inventory counts.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree preferably in Accounting or Finance
• Minimum of 5-7 years of related work experience
• Travel to multiple locations
• CPA is preferred
• Strong Microsoft office skills
• Demonstrated knowledge of all general accounting, financial statements, Sox Controls and overall accounting procedures
• Core Competencies: Strive to do the right thing by displaying trust and integrity. Embody the principles of servant leadership, even in a non-people management role, by putting the needs of others first, valuing diverse perspectives by sincerely appreciating and considering others’ opinions and ideas and demonstrating a positive and humble attitude.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and on a team; ability to lead, execute and/or delegate as needed, while also collaborating with others to get the job done. Establish and maintain effective working relationships at every level of the organization; invest in building relationships with the Field Operations and Field Support Center team members. Help champion an inclusive working environment by: Empowering others to bring their full selves to the workplace. Celebrating, welcoming, and valuing the different backgrounds and experiences that make up our workforce. Recognizing that all team members are valued, regardless of race, background, tenure, or title.
• Ability to self-manage, show initiative, be proactive, and drive results.
• Communicate professionally, both verbally and in writing to coworkers and customers.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to remain in stationary position in an office environment 80% of the time. Will frequently move about inside the office to access files, office machinery, etc.
• Must be able to operate basic office machinery.
• Must be able to communicate with team and management and be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
• Must be able to move any files weighing up to 10 pounds for audits, etc.

Required Cognitive Skills

• Must be able to problem solve and prioritize tasks.
• Must be able to manage stress depending on deadlines and ongoing projects.
• Must be able to multitask.
• Must be able to receive and analyze information.
• Must be able to quickly communicate solutions if problems occur.
• Must be able to demonstrate a high degree of sound judgement and initiative.

This job description is subject to change at any time.

Launch your career with a national building materials distributor and discover opportunities for growth and advancement. We value our team members and believe them to be our greatest assets. As such, we invest in training and strive to provide a work-life balance.

The base salary for this position typically falls within the range of $124,800.00 to $168,300.00 annually. Starting wage may vary based on a number of factors including, but not limited to, the position being offered, location, education, training, and/or experience. SRS Distribution offers additional competitive and non-financial benefits. Depending on the role, associates may also be eligible for performance-based bonus programs, commissions, profit-sharing programs, car allowance or automobile and fuel program, and reimbursement for travel expenses in accordance with company travel policy.

Job Location: Above Structure 1 - Anaheim

1111 E Howell Ave Anaheim, CA 92805

As an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer SRS Distribution Inc., including all its subsidiaries, provides job opportunities to qualified individuals without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, gender, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, citizenship status, uniform service, veteran status, marital status, genetic information, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local EEO laws. If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require a reasonable accommodation in applying for any posted position, please contact Human Resources at US: 855.556.3221, or by email to: HR@Help.SRSDistribution.com with the nature of your accommodation request and include the Business name, location and title of the job opening. Please allow one (1) business day for a reply. All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screen, as permitted by law.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries for all team members paid weekly
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company matching
• Employee Stock Purchase Program
• Paid Vacation, Sick Time, Volunteer Day, Holidays, Birthday, and Floating Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave, Adoption Assistance Program
• Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
• Flexible and Dependent Care Spending Accounts
• Company paid Life insurance and Short-Term Disability
• Additional Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability also offered
• Mental, Physical and Emotional Well-Being Programs for Employees and Families
• Wellness Program and Safety Program with Bonuses for our Drivers
• Employee Referral Bonus Program