Financial Controller Job in Ft Lauderdale 33301, Florida US
We are currently recruiting for a hands on controller at our Ft. Lauderdale location. We are looking for a professional with energy, great communication and leadership skills who is willing to roll up their sleeves and accomplish new challenges. The right applicant will run the accounting department for a multi-state retail and wholesale business with some international operations. The position reports directly to the owners. The position’s primary responsibilities include the following:
· Manage the financial activities of the various business operations
· Co-ordination with the existing accounting group in Laredo, Texas for the implementation of internal controls, budgetary systems and financial reporting packages in Florida
· Establish cost and inventory controls for retail and wholesale business segments
· Presentation to management/ownership of operating results
Qualifications:
· Bachelors of Business Administration in Accounting
· Minimum of 5 years relevant experience, including 2 years as a controller
· Supervisory skills handling a staff of five or more direct reports
· Strong computer skills including familiarization with accounting packages and analytical tools such as MS Office applications
· CPA preferred
· Bilingual spanish a plus
Salary negotiable based upon previous work experience