Sage Solutions Group
Financial Controller
Sage Solutions Group, Wixom, Michigan, United States, 48393
FINANCIAL CONTROLLER - IN-PERSON - WIXOM, MI
SUMMARY
The Financial Controller is responsible for the day-to-day financial operations of the Ultimate Parent of the Group and its North American subsidiaries. Based in Wixom, Michigan, the role is flexible for location but will require travel to Wixom frequently. You will be reporting directly to the North America CFO and working with the Group CFO and Finance Manager who covers the other subsidiaries in the group. You will be responsible for overseeing the NA Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable staff and at times this is a hands-on role, willing to step in to do the day to day and support the finance team. This also includes, but is not limited to, budgeting, monthly reporting and group consolidation.
Firebolt Group is a rapidly growing leader in brand activation, operating both manufacturing (illuminated signage and other presentational items) and SaaS (data capture and computer vision) businesses within the group, to help clients maximize return on their marketing spend. We work with some of the largest names in the world and have a very friendly team and supportive culture Team.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TO APPLYA bachelor's in business, accounting or related fieldFive or more years as an Accounting Manager with AR/AP, Month End Close, Financial Statement preparation, Payroll, and State Sales Tax experienceStrong understanding of banking processes and financial data analysisWorking knowledge of national and local tax regulations and compliance reportingFluent in EnglishMust be local to Wixom, MichiganADVANTAGEOUS SKILLS TO MENTION
Experience using Xero, Sage or other accounting softwareExperience working with Monday, Hubspot Cin7 Inventory, Commonsku, LightspeedLanguage skills in French, Spanish or MandarinAudit experience (internal or external)ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Develop and manage budgets: creating and monitoring budgets, which involves analyzing financial data and forecasting future expenses and revenue.Financial reporting: Prepare accurate financial reports that reflect the organization's financial position, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.Financial analysis: analyze financial data to make informed business decisions. This includes analyzing financial statements, identifying trends, and forecasting financial outcomes.Manage cash flow: manage cash flow effectively to ensure that the organization has enough cash on hand to pay bills and invest in new opportunities.Oversee financial operations: responsible for overseeing financial operations such as payroll, accounts payable and receivable, and tax filings.Ensure compliance with regulations: ensure that the organization is complying with all relevant financial and tax regulations and laws.Manage relationships with banks, lawyers, consultants and other relevant third parties.Risk management: identify and manage financial risks to minimize potential losses. This includes proposing new internal controls and ensuring the effective implementation of existing controls.Manage audits including coordinating with auditors and ensuring that audit findings are addressed.Train and supervise staff: training and supervising staff members who are responsible for financial operations.Communicate financial information as required.
SUMMARY
The Financial Controller is responsible for the day-to-day financial operations of the Ultimate Parent of the Group and its North American subsidiaries. Based in Wixom, Michigan, the role is flexible for location but will require travel to Wixom frequently. You will be reporting directly to the North America CFO and working with the Group CFO and Finance Manager who covers the other subsidiaries in the group. You will be responsible for overseeing the NA Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable staff and at times this is a hands-on role, willing to step in to do the day to day and support the finance team. This also includes, but is not limited to, budgeting, monthly reporting and group consolidation.
Firebolt Group is a rapidly growing leader in brand activation, operating both manufacturing (illuminated signage and other presentational items) and SaaS (data capture and computer vision) businesses within the group, to help clients maximize return on their marketing spend. We work with some of the largest names in the world and have a very friendly team and supportive culture Team.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TO APPLYA bachelor's in business, accounting or related fieldFive or more years as an Accounting Manager with AR/AP, Month End Close, Financial Statement preparation, Payroll, and State Sales Tax experienceStrong understanding of banking processes and financial data analysisWorking knowledge of national and local tax regulations and compliance reportingFluent in EnglishMust be local to Wixom, MichiganADVANTAGEOUS SKILLS TO MENTION
Experience using Xero, Sage or other accounting softwareExperience working with Monday, Hubspot Cin7 Inventory, Commonsku, LightspeedLanguage skills in French, Spanish or MandarinAudit experience (internal or external)ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Develop and manage budgets: creating and monitoring budgets, which involves analyzing financial data and forecasting future expenses and revenue.Financial reporting: Prepare accurate financial reports that reflect the organization's financial position, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.Financial analysis: analyze financial data to make informed business decisions. This includes analyzing financial statements, identifying trends, and forecasting financial outcomes.Manage cash flow: manage cash flow effectively to ensure that the organization has enough cash on hand to pay bills and invest in new opportunities.Oversee financial operations: responsible for overseeing financial operations such as payroll, accounts payable and receivable, and tax filings.Ensure compliance with regulations: ensure that the organization is complying with all relevant financial and tax regulations and laws.Manage relationships with banks, lawyers, consultants and other relevant third parties.Risk management: identify and manage financial risks to minimize potential losses. This includes proposing new internal controls and ensuring the effective implementation of existing controls.Manage audits including coordinating with auditors and ensuring that audit findings are addressed.Train and supervise staff: training and supervising staff members who are responsible for financial operations.Communicate financial information as required.