A Controller directs and oversees the treasury of a government, private corporation or non-profit organization, and may oversee the investment of funds. Supervises the quality of accounting and financial reporting within an organization, and directs preparation of reports that show the financial position of an organization.
Senior Controller at Clark Davis Associates Senior Controller at Clark Davis Associates in Whippany, New Jersey Posted in 3 days ago.
Type:
full-time
Job Description:
We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Controller to lead and oversee key accounting and financial functions within a growing distribution business operating in a commodity-driven environment. This role will have significant responsibility for financial reporting, banking and lender relationships, working capital management, commodity hedging, and financial analysis. The ideal candidate is a hands-on financial leader who can operate effectively in a fast-paced environment, bring strong technical and analytical skills, and serve as a trusted business partner to ownership and senior management. This individual will play a critical role in strengthening financial processes, managing risk, and supporting sound business decisions across the organization. Key Responsibilities Own the monthly financial close process and ensure timely, accurate, and meaningful financial reporting. Prepare and manage monthly borrowing base reporting for the company's asset-based lending facility, including inventory and accounts receivable calculations. Maintain strong relationships with banking partners and serve as a key point of contact for lender communications and financial reporting requirements. Oversee the company's commodity hedging activities, working closely with outside hedging advisors and senior management to manage exposure and mitigate risk. Lead, manage, and develop the accounting and finance team, including establishing priorities, balancing workloads, setting performance expectations, and making staffing recommendations as appropriate. Analyze company-wide financial and operational performance to identify trends, risks, opportunities, and areas requiring management attention. Provide financial insight and recommendations to ownership and senior leadership to support strategic and operational decision-making. Identify potential financial and operational issues early, communicate their significance and urgency, and recommend appropriate courses of action. Partner with leadership to evaluate overhead, labor, and operating expenses and identify opportunities to improve efficiency and profitability. Strengthen financial controls, processes, and reporting capabilities as the business continues to grow. Support management with budgeting, forecasting, cash flow planning, and other financial analysis as needed. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA preferred. Prior experience as a Controller or Senior Controller, ideally within a commodity-driven, distribution, wholesale, or inventory-intensive business. Experience managing banking relationships and asset-based lending facilities, including borrowing base reporting. Strong understanding of inventory accounting, accounts receivable, working capital, and cash flow management. Familiarity with commodity hedging strategies; experience with precious metals or other commodity-based businesses strongly preferred. Demonstrated experience managing, developing, and leading an accounting or finance team. Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with a high level of attention to detail. Excellent communication skills and the ability to clearly present financial information and business risks to ownership and senior leadership. Ability to operate as both a strategic financial partner and a hands-on leader in a growing organization. Strong judgment, accountability, and the ability to prioritize effectively in a dynamic business environment.
