Controller

at  Vanguard Dealer Services

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in accounting or Finance.
• Experience in preparing audited financial statements
• 4+ years of progressive accounting experience with proven track record
• Knowledge of general accounting principles, regulatory standards, and compliance requirements
• Proficiency in MS Office, including the ability to operate computerized accounting and spreadsheet programs.
• Strong leadership skills with good work ethic, positive attitude, and attention to detail & accuracy.
• Excellent critical and strategic thinking
• Ability to work independently and as a team member
• Perform accurately in a fast-paced, goal-based environment, and ability to adapt to a growing business
• Excellent communication (verbal & written), interpersonal, and problem-solving skills

JOB TYPE: FULL-TIME EXEMPT

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PRINCIPAL PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:

Vanguard Dealer Services is seeking an Operational Controller to join its Agency Business unit as an Controller in its Corporate Headquarters in Fairfield, NJ.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage month end close process for 3 to 4 agency locations including review of P&L and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Prepare quarterly and annual bank reports including covenant calculations.
• Partner with FP&A team to provide meaningful insight into segment analytics.
• Serves as the lead for technical accounting memos for all complex, corporate, or non-standard transactions (i.e., acquisitions, goodwill, lease accounting)
• Consolidation of financial results and preparation of internal and external reporting package.
• Coordinate annual audits with various Spectrum entities making sure that audit requirements are submitted on time.
• Prepare audited financial statements including supporting documentation.
• Coordinate requirements by tax accountants for quarterly and annual tax filings.
• Review tax notices and follow ups with tax accountants for final resolutions.
• Work closely with insurance brokers for various business insurance needs including renewals and audits.
• Lead various initiatives to drive Spectrum controllership process improvements and transformation.