Controller, Finance & Banking, Accounting Manager

About the Job

Micro Aire Surgical Instruments
, a mid-sized medical device company in Charlottesville Virginia, is seeking a Controller who, reporting directly to the VP of Finance & IT, will be the key accounting and financial reporting authority for the company. Micro Aire is one of five companies within the medical group of Marmon Holdings
, a part of Berkshire Hathaway, Inc.

We strive to create a culture of inclusion, where everyone feels welcomed, valued, and empowered so that you may flourish within a small company experience that will allow you to see your personal impact on the organization, while also having the financial security and development opportunities provided by the 8th largest company in the world.

• Directs an effective and efficient month-end close process and preparation of accurate monthly/quarterly/annual consolidated financial statements including analysis, commentary, and supporting documentation.
• Reviews monthly detail of the financial results of the various legal entities.
• Ensures financial results are fairly stated in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and regulatory requirements.
• Establishes strong relationships with inter-departmental co-workers and serves as the accounting and financial reporting resource.
• Develops and implements strong internal controls around accounting, financial, operational and business processes that protect Micro Aire’s assets and profitability. Complies with and builds upon the Management Company’s (Marmon Holdings) policies.
• Oversees Accounts Payable, Payroll and Travel & Expense. Coordinates with Payroll Administrator to ensure timely, accurate and compliant payroll and related taxes/benefits. Directs T&E policy and related systems/tools (Concur) and travel agencies.
• Oversees state sales and use tax reporting and compliance.
• Coordinates with external and internal auditors for all audit requirements including support of periodic reviews, responses to internal audit memos, and preparation for annual financial audit activities. Manages the annual financial audit including coordinating the annual “Comments & Observations Memo”, footnotes, and recommendations for procedural improvements.
• Coordinates with Marmon Holdings tax team and third-party tax advisors to support Federal, state, and local tax return preparation and related compliance requirements, including IRS, state, or local tax audits. Additionally, coordinates with Marmon Holdings and completes information requests to ensure appropriate accounting for income taxes in Micro Aire’s financial statements.
• Works with Regulatory and Compliance Departments to ensure requirements are met as it relates to accounting matters.
• Works closely with Manufacturing and Supply Chain to ensure proper recordkeeping of inventory and cost of goods sold. Ensures adequate controls are established and followed to manage the Company’s inventories including valuations, impairment and costing.
• Works closely with Customer Services and Sales to ensure proper record keeping of revenue and receivables. Ensures adequate controls are established and followed to manage the Company’s receivables and revenue recognition.
• Supports the process of budget and forecast preparation and analysis including balance sheet, income statement, and cash flow.
• Works with Accounting Manager to ensure the Company’s liabilities are paid timely and adequate controls are in place to support proper payment.
• Regularly audits the Micro Aire financial and control systems worldwide, scrutinizes financial activities and details such as reserve levels of international subsidiaries.
• Maintains documentation of organizational policies and procedures, federal and state policies and directives, and current accounting standards.

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting. CPA and/or master’s degree in business, Accounting or Finance preferred.
• 8+ years of experience in a senior-level finance or accounting position with a focus in the manufacturing industry; at least 2-3 years’ experience working in public accounting. Prior leadership experience is required. Experience managing and mentoring accounting teams.
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