Business Unit Controller

Description

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Artisan Design Group – or ADG – is a leading supply chain partner to homebuilders throughout the United States. Over 3,000 ADG employees operating out of 135 facilities in 25 states provide a full range of design, procurement and installation services along with products from the top manufacturers of flooring, cabinets and countertops. Formed in 2016 by the merging of two industry leaders, ADG then acquired over 20 additional companies – each a leader in the geography it serves. We are the premier interior finishings organization in the United States. Our expansive trajectory has been rapid, and we continue to experience explosive growth, thanks to our dedication to high quality work. 

JOB SUMMARY 

We are seeking an exceptional accounting professional to join our Finance Team as the BU Controller. This role offers the opportunity to lead financial operations for a dynamic, fast-paced business unit expected to grow into a combined $300M–$400M organization through integration of multiple bundled verticals, including cabinets, countertops, and related services. Ideal candidates will bring a passion for accounting, finance, and business partnership, and will serve as a strategic advisor to both operational and corporate leadership.

The BU Controller will be responsible for all aspects of financial management for their assigned business unit, including but not limited to accounts payable, accounts receivable, general accounting, and project accounting where applicable. This role includes expanded oversight across multiple locations or brands within the business unit and requires strong leadership, collaboration, and analytical skills. The BU Controller will work cross-functionally with various teams across the organization and is expected to report into Corporate Accounting with a strong dotted line to the BU President. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

 o Assess skills and talent, determine staffing needs, conduct regular people management activities e.g. performance evaluations. 

 o Manage Staff to include Accountants, Senior Accountants, AP, and AR team members

 o Manage Accounts Payable, ensuring timely and accurate payment of vendor invoices while managing the cashflows of the               business

 o Manage Accounts Receivable, ensuring timely and accurate customer billing, collections and cash application

 o Ensure proper and timely preparation and filling of various tax activities in various jurisdictions

 o Monitor payroll, revenue, expenses, balance sheet and cash flow activity

 o Oversee the preparation of all financial and non-financial reporting needed for successful management of the business 

 o Oversee the proper management of inventory through timely cycle counts, physical counts and recording of adjustments as they occur

 o Prepare of journal entries ensuring proper segmentation of duties

 o Analyze and record intercompany transactions ensuring accuracy and timeliness

 o Prepare complete and accurate balance sheet account reconciliations, researching and resolving variances in a timely manner 

 o Prepare timely bank accounts reconciliations and Analysis and generate cash forecasts to support the needs of the business

o To be the financial voice of reason coaching, mentoring, and educating in a financial lens all and any financial impacts of business  decisions

o To be a good steward of data so to conduct good analytics in helping make timely and sounds business decisions

o To generate business forecasts and annual budgets using key business drivers to help better inform of trends needed to   effectively manage the business to expectations

• Manage annual financial audits conducted by a major audit firm
• Focus on process improvements, identifying areas of opportunity and developing plans for improvements
• Participate in the planning and implementation of new systems
• Participate in M&A activities spanning from due diligence to integration
• Conduct ProForma analyzes to support business decisions e.g. new capital expenditures, new real estate leases, make vs. buy decisions, new business changes e.g. business changes stemming from geography or business changes etc.
• Support Corporate Accounting in period end consolidation activities
• Ensure the proper application of various corporate accounting policies 
• Other Finance and Accounting duties and projects, as assigned

Requirements

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance from an accredited university 
• 10+ years of progressively responsible experience in accounting with prior controllership experience
• Demonstrated understanding of US GAAP
• Inventory accounting experience
• Experience with application of percentage of completion under 606
• Prior experience with managing teams
• Active CPA license a plus
• Proficiency in the use of systems e.g. ERP software and advanced Excel skills. Database management skills will be highly considered a plus especially the knowledge of SQL
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, enabling effective communication with all levels of management
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Flexible and capable of adapting to changing business conditions

PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to sit at computer monitor for long periods throughout the day.
• Must possess the ability to stand for long periods of time; to reach with hands and arms; to move among and between offices; to handle mail and documents; to sit, stoop, kneel and crouch; to lift and move up to 10 pounds; to see well enough to discern differences in quality of documents and files.

WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• General working conditions
• Office environment
• May have to meet tight deadlines

OUR BENEFITS

• Health Insurance (Medical, Prescription, Dental, and Vision)
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Paid Holidays and Time Off
• 401(k) Plan with company matching

Artisan Design Group is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity for applicants and employees. It is the policy of Artisan Design Group to apply recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, and professional development practices without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or certain classifications based on genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. 

We are committed to helping individuals with disabilities participate in the workforce and ensuring equal opportunity to apply and compete for jobs. If you need any assistance at any point in the application or hiring process due to a disability and you need accommodation, please email [email protected]. Please do not use this email address for any other questions. Only inquiries regarding accommodations will be addressed.