Controller

Description

Contact Colleen McAuliffe at Robert Half regarding this opportunity.

We offer an exciting opportunity for a Controller in the Amusement/Recreation Ser/Entertainment industry based in San Jose, California. The primary function of this role is to oversee and lead a small accounting team, ensuring that all financial operations run smoothly and efficiently. This role will significantly impact the financial health and success of the team and the broader organization.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and direction to a small accounting team, including Senior and Junior Accountants, by monitoring transactions and setting and enforcing policies and procedures

• Process bi-weekly payroll and book payroll journal entries to ensure accurate and timely payment to all staff

• Perform month-end closes by reconciling bank accounts, booking journal entries such as accruals, deferrals, and depreciation, and tracking revenue to ensure it's in the correct period

• Oversee treasury functions by signing and approving payments and arranging owner distributions on a timely basis

• Prepare financial slides with variance analysis and commentary for monthly presentations to assist the ownership group in understanding the company's current financial status

• Collaborate closely with the Executive Director, Director of Operations, and Marketing on providing financial input and direction on various projects

• Develop yearly and long-term budgets by communicating with all departments to access budget priorities

• Research and benchmark against similar companies in this industry to ensure competitive practices

• Handle tax and license processes, including monthly sales tax, property tax, and working with auditors to generate yearly tax forms, ensuring licenses and permits are current and in good order

• Track capital expenditures in the accounting system and report to the board monthly

• Monitor bank accounts to assure appropriate cash to meet business needs and make necessary adjustments

• Create policies and procedures to protect company assets and ensure internal controls are in place.

Requirements - Proficiency in Month End Close processes

• Profound understanding of Monthly Financial Statements

• Demonstrable experience in Treasury management

• Familiarity with Property Tax regulations and processes

• Proven ability to manage and execute Annual Budgets

• Comprehensive knowledge of the Amusement/Recreation Ser/Entertainment industry

• Proven track record in a Controller role or similar financial leadership position

• Excellent leadership and team management skills

• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities

• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal

• Advanced proficiency in financial software and MS Office Suite

• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field (Master's degree preferred)

• Professional certification (e.g. CPA, CMA) is a plus

• Demonstrable commitment to continuous professional development.

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