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Controller

Goodwill Industries Vocational Enterprises, Inc.

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$40.87 /h
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Duluth, MN
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Job Overview:

 

Join Team Goodwill! Immediate openings and competitive pay & benefits. Apply today!   

Controller

Full-Time 40 hours per week 

$85,000/year

Job Summary

This position is responsible for all accounting operations, managing financial reporting, ensuring compliance, leading and working with the accounting team, and supporting executive financial strategy and decision-making through accurate data, budgeting, forecasting, and internal controls.

 Duties and Responsibilities 

  • Financial Reporting: Prepare and analyze financial statements, reports (monthly, quarterly, annual), and regulatory filings.
  • Accounting Operations: Manage daily functions like A/P, A/R, payroll, general ledger, and month/year-end closes.
  • Budgeting & Forecasting: Develop, monitor, and manage annual budgets, forecasts, and cash flow.
  • Insurance: Serve as the primary point of contact with liability and casualty insurance agents, brokers, and carriers – recommend coverage and monitor claims.  Work closely with HR on the economic evaluation and administration of various employee fringe benefit programs.
  • Internal Controls: Implement and maintain robust internal controls, policies, and procedures.
  • Team Leadership: Hire, train, supervise, and retain accounting staff.
  • Compliance: Ensure adherence to GAAP, tax laws, and other financial regulations.
  • Auditing: Coordinate with external auditors and manage audit preparation.
  • Strategic Support: Advise senior management on financial performance, risks, and decision-making. 
  • All other duties as assigned

 Required Skills and Competencies

  • Excellent leadership, analytical, and problem-solving skills. 
  • Proficiency in financial software. SAGE Intacct preferred.
  • Strong attention to detail.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills.
  • Strong interpersonal skills.

 Education and Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting.  CPA, CMA preferred.
  • 5-10 years’ experience in accounting.
  • Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls.