Controller, Finance & Banking, Financial Manager

Mercury Print Productions is looking for an experienced Controller to join our team!

Position Details:

• Job Title: Controller
• Location: Rochester Tech Park, 2332 Innovation Way, Bldg 4, Rochester, NY 14624
• Schedule: Full-time, Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm
• Pay: $75,000 - $90,000 annual salary (exempt). Final compensation is based on experience.
• Job Summary: The Controller is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day functions of the accounting department and closely monitoring the company’s financial health.
• Manager/Supervisory Role: Yes, this position will oversee 3 employees in the accounting department
• Reports To: Chief Financial Officer
• Duties/Expectations:
  • Oversee accounting activities including general ledger, cash management, accounts payable, accounts receivable, inventory, fixed assets, customer credit/delinquencies, etc. while being a hands‑on backup if needed.
  • Manage the month‑end close process including the preparation of all financial reports/data analysis accurately and timely to assess the company’s financial performance and provide actionable insights to the CFO and Senior Staff.
  • Oversee the preparation/filing of state and federal reporting (i.e., sales tax, income tax, highway use, hazardous waste, 1099, etc.)
  • Coordinate external audit activities including inventory audits, schedule preparation and document requests for the various audits done each year.
  • Maintain knowledge of and ensure compliance with GAAP standards and all regulatory requirements (state, federal, proposed legislation, etc.)
  • Develop, maintain, and enforce accounting systems, policies, procedures, safeguards, and internal controls to maximize protection of the company assets and minimize risk.
  • Assist CFO in preparation of the annual budget, re‑forecasts, etc. Monitor the annual budget and financial forecasts monthly, reporting differences to management.
  • Responsible for the timely preparation of the various monthly/quarterly bank reports that are due including financial statements, borrowing base reports, and covenant compliance.
  • Oversee and support accounting team with leadership that creates an environment of trust and productivity.
  • Continuously work to develop skills and knowledge and complete all training required by the company.
  • Be a team player, communicate clearly and respectfully and maintain a positive attitude.
  • Be dependable, reliable, and consistently perform high quality work meeting company production standards.
  • Create a safe and hazard‑free work environment; follow safety protocols and report any risks.
  • Perform other duties as needed/assigned.
  • Adhere to all company policies and procedures.

• Position
  
  Qualifications:
  • Work Experience: Minimum of 5 years’ accounting experience is required, preferably in a senior level role. Print industry and/or manufacturing experience is highly preferred. Experience with streamlining processes and financial project management is preferred.
  • Knowledge/
    
    Skills:
    
    Strong organizational, time management and communication skills are required. A working knowledge of banking processes, financial data analysis, tax regulations and compliance reporting are required. Detail oriented. Proficiency in MS Office is required, experience with Google Suite is preferred.
  • Education: Bachelor's degree in accounting (or related field) is required; CPA or CA is preferred.
  • Must be of legal working age and eligible to work in the U.S.
• Work Environment/
  
  Physical Requirements:
  • Works indoors in a temperature‑controlled office at a manufacturing facility. May be exposed to loud sounds, hazardous chemicals, and equipment on the production floor. Must have the ability to bend, lift or carry up to 15 lbs.; sit for extended periods with occasional standing/walking; complete repetitive tasks; operate computers and/or machines (dexterity, bend, stretch, reach, climb, crouch, etc.); and communicate effectively.
    
    * Reasonable accommodations may be available upon request.

Mercury is a local family owned business that has been operating in Rochester since 1968. In an age where companies tend to see employees as only numbers, we reject that trend and see our team as part of the family. We are a tech…