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Controller
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What they do
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.
$157,018 / year median in Virginia
+5% projected growth
Job Description
Key Responsibilities Inventory & Cost Accounting :
Oversee inventory valuation (FIFO/LIFO/weighted average), track shrinkage, spoilage, and obsolescence, and analyze margins by product line and customer.Accounting Operations :
Manage day-to-day general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable (collections from grocers/restaurants), and payroll. [1, 2, 3]Financial Reporting :
Prepare accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP. [1, 2]Internal Controls :
Enforce financial policies to protect company assets, particularly regarding warehouse inventory and logistics spending. [1]Budgeting & Forecasting :
Lead annual budgeting and rolling cash-flow forecasts. [1, 2]Compliance :
Ensure adherence to FDA, USDA, OSHA, and local health regulations, alongside standard tax and corporate compliance. [1, 2]Qualifications & Skills Education :
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. CPA or CMA designation preferred.Experience :
7 to 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 3 years in a management role. Distribution, manufacturing, or food-service industry experience is strongly preferred.Technical Skills :
Advanced proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite) and advanced Excel.Industry Knowledge :
Strong grasp of perishable inventory turnover, freight/logistics cost accounting, and vendor rebate management.Pay:
From $100,000.00 per yearBenefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insuranceWork Location:
In personBenefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Plans
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance