Financial Controller

Overview

Caribbean Food Delights (CFD), a privately owned & operated company, is the leading manufacturer of Jamaican Style Patties: beef, chicken and vegetable. This state-of
-the-art facility is SQF certified. We are looking for/seeking a motivated, trustworthy and ethical Controller with a solid accounting background to lead and oversee the overall accounting/finance operation of this company and its affiliates and continue the strong and constructive working relationship with the audit partner by engaging in honest open dialog regarding internal issues.

• Oversee the operations of the accounting department so as to achieve the department’s goals and objectives; supervise accounting personnel.
• Maintain documented system of accounting policies and procedures; maintain a system of controls over accounting transactions.
• Manage debt and bank financing for future expansion borrowings with applicable bank reporting requirements.
• Administer the 401(k) plan and be responsible for the transmittal of weekly 401(K) plan contributions, year-end reporting, 3% safe harbor calculations/annual contribution, 401(k) loans, annual plan review, etc.
• Participate in the team effort for new production line purchase and office construction; act as NYS Grant Liaison.
• Handle insurance policy annual renewals – general liability, workers compensation, umbrella, auto, property, etc.; maintain appropriate coverages/cost containment, etc; file claims and provide required paperwork.
• Participate in the administration of health insurance benefits and annual renewals, review plan costs and make recommendations.
• Maintain a solid, professional relationship with current bank institution representatives; prepare quarterly and annual reports and GL reviews for bank reporting.
• Manage cash flow for CFD and affiliate companies, on a daily basis; manage AP for weekly check runs to determine payouts; download weekly Positive Pay report for transmittal to Cash Pro; ensure timely accounts receivable collections.
• Provide financial guidance and data to other departments on an on-going basis.
• Recommend and manage the purchase of contracts for important/necessary key items, on behalf of the company.
• Assist with the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) negotiations with company attorney and union representatives.
• Maintain a system of controls over accounting transactions.
• Recommend benchmarks against which to measure the performance of the company’s operations.
• Manage the production of the annual budget and forecasts; calculate variances from the budget and report significant issues to owners.
• Provide financial analyses as needed in particular capital investment pricing decisions and contract negotiations.
• Comply with local, state and federal government reporting requirements and tax filings.
• Participate in any special projects and compile any special reports.
• Conform with and abide by all regulations, policies, work procedures and instructions that are in the best interest of the company.
• Communicate with co-workers, management, customers, associates and others in a courteous and professional manner; ensure that principals are kept apprised.
• Attend management and other meetings.
• Perform any other related duties for Caribbean Food Delights and other related companies as assigned and unilaterally determined by CFD.

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or equivalent
• Minimum 5-7 years related experience; experience in manufacturing a plus
• Proficient in Excel, Sage and other accounting software
• Strong leadership and managerial abilities; solid technical accounting abilities; experience with financial reporting
• Strong math, analytical and data entry skills
• Good communication (verbal, writing, listening) skills
• Composed, polished and present a professional manner

Pay range $120K - $130k p/y + discretionary bonus + benefits. EOE; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their “disability” or “protected veteran status.” . No phone calls, no relocation offer.