Controller

Job Description

GENERAL FUNCTION:

Accounting role within the C-SPAN Finance team. The Controller reports to the VP of Finance and is responsible for maintaining the company's financial procedures and accounts in compliance with C-SPAN's internal control policies and US GAAP. Key responsibilities include managing the month-end close and reporting process, preparing financial analysis and account reconciliations, preparing the monthly financial statement reporting pack, working with the external auditors for the annual financial audit, assisting with the annual budget and overseeing the capital asset inventory process.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Manages the day-to-day accounting operations staff responsible for Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Fixed Assets and General Accounting.

Responsible for all aspects of the month-end close process including bank reconciliations, expense & payroll accruals and fixed asset accounting in compliance with GAAP.

Prepares monthly financial statements on an accrual basis consisting of the income statement, variance reports and balance sheet.

Prepares monthly departmental income and variance statements and other financial reports as needed. Provides regular financial reports and analysis to track trends of the network.

Manages Treasury functions for the company, including cash and banking requirements. Monitors and manages cash flow to support operations and project cash flows.

Maintains the investments for the company and Education Foundation as required.

Assists VP of Finance with the company's annual budget process.

Acts as liaison to outside auditor during annual audit and 403b audit process. Coordinates with "internal auditors" on all accounting issues being reviewed.

Provides recommendations to IT Finance System Administrator on changes or enhancements to the financial software and technical operations associated with the department.

Establishes and maintains documented policies for all financial procedures to ensure best practices and strong internal controls.

Acts as back-up to VP of Finance.

BACKGROUND SKILLS:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting required.

CPA preferred.

Minimum six years accounting experience plus two years supervisory experience.

Strong oral and written communication skills, analytical, interpersonal, and organizational skills.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite of applications required. Knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics Business Central preferred.

Ability to perform financial analysis with proven attention to detail.

High integrity individual with a strong work ethic and ability to handle multiple tasks.

Able to be flexible and work well with others as a team player.