Controller at Impact Connects in Minneapolis, MN

About Us: Founded more than 40 years ago. Impact Connects is a marketing services company that helps organizations communicate with customers through direct mail, digital print, fulfillment, and integrated marketing campaigns. We serve as an execution partner, managing from production to mailing and fulfillment operations. Our services are commonly used by businesses that need high-volume printing and mailing.

Title: Controller

Job Classification: Executive Exempt

Department: Accounting (G&A)

Reports To: EVP of Finance

General purpose of Job:

Direct the accounting and financial-control functions of Impact Mailing of Minnesota, Inc. Implement related policies, programs, and procedures while modeling humility, teamwork, positivity, and a can-do attitude.

Essential Duties:

1. Establish, coordinate and administer an effective, on-going plan for the fiscal control of operations. The plan will include, but not be limited to, profit planning, programs for capital investing, financing, sales forecasting, expense budgets, cost standards, etc. He/She will formulate accounting policies and procedures and coordinate the accounting systems.

1. Ensure that all functions for which he/she is responsible are performed in a manner consistent with all company standards of ethics, quality, safety, economy, housekeeping and employee relations.

1. Ensure that all people in his/her area of responsibility are informed of and adhere to all pertinent company rules, policies and regulations as well as pertinent laws and government regulations.

1. Delegate to those positions reporting to him/her, the responsibility and authority necessary to operate effectively but retain overall responsibility and accountability for the results.

1. Lead the month-end close, including journal entries, account reconciliations, work-in-process revenue, accruals, and sales and expense reconciliation.

1. Analyze and report monthly and year-to-date operating results and advise business leaders on the company's financial and operational health.

1. Establish and maintain internal controls and audit procedures that safeguard company assets.

1. Maintain credit and collections policies, oversee delinquent accounts, and provide timely accounts-receivable reporting.

1. Administer sales tax procedures and coordinate required government reporting.

1. Provide the external CPA firm with information needed for financial reporting and tax returns.

1. Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, and postage processes.

1. Conduct timely performance and compensation reviews and support employee development.

1. Promote positive employee relations and collaborate across departments to achieve company objectives.

1. Perform other duties as assigned.

Relationship:

The Controller reports to the EVP of Finance and works independently within established company policies and objectives.

Performance Measurement: Performance feedback is provided as needed, with a formal review conducted at least annually.

Education and/or Experience:

Bachelor's Degree (B.A.) from a four-year college or university; or four to five years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. CPA preferred.

Language Skills:

Ability to read and interpret documents such as trade journals and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to communicate effectively with customers or employees of organization.

Reasoning Ability:

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations. Ability to manage time and prioritize tasks in order to complete a variety of different tasks in a given time.

Mathematical Skills:

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measurement and weight, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and draw and interpret bar graphs.

Work Environment:

The noise level is moderate. Work near fumes & air borne particles, risk of electrical shock, and exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals.

Computer Skills:

Experience using database, word processing, and spreadsheet programs. Familiarity with current operating systems in a networked PC environment. Familiarity with the use of desktop printers.

Benefits:

• Employee Ownership (ESOP): Build long-term wealth as an owner in the company
• Competitive Pay with opportunities for overtime
• Health Insurance: Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match

Impact Connects is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.