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Corporate ControllerCLASEN QUALITY CHOCOLATE • Madison, WI, US
Corporate Controller

Corporate Controller

CLASEN QUALITY CHOCOLATE • Madison, WI, US
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Job Description

Job Description

Clasen Quality Chocolate (CQC) is a world-class manufacturer of chocolate and innovative coatings.  We have recently been awarded the Top Workplaces Award by the WI State Journal - No. 2 Large Employer and the Benefits Award. CQC has been growing double digits annually because of our flexibility, commitment, respect and integrity, and we are looking for quality individuals to join our team.  Working for a family-owned company provides you with the opportunity to wear many different “hats,” make a difference every day, and have fun doing it!  We are committed to being an Employer of Choice in Southern Wisconsin and offering our employees a variety of traditional and unconventional benefits.

We are currently accepting applications for a Corporate Controller Corporate Office on the East side of Madison, WI, ranked the “#1 Best Place to Live” by Livability.com.

This is a full-time, salaried position working first shift Monday - Friday, currently at least 3 day per week in the office. Four days per week in-office is preferred. This position may receive after hours calls. This position reports to the Director of Finance.

BENEFITS :

  • Health, Dental, Vision Insurance (Low deductible and copays, LASIK reimbursement, Adults orthodontics)
  • Company-paid Life and Disability Insurance
  • 401(k) Match – up to 5%
  • Paid Vacation, Personal and Volunteer days plus 11 holidays
  • Paid maternity / paternity leave
  • Wellness : Free fruit, insurance discounts, gym and run / walk / bike event reimbursement, free wellness checks
  • Scholarships – Employee, spouse, and children
  • Summer Camp Reimbursement – children of employees
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Employee appreciation events
  • Free chocolate and coating!
  • On-site fitness facility
  • Annual Bonus Potential – 5%+

JOB SUMMARY :  The purpose of this position is to direct policies and procedures to safeguard the company assets and provide accurate and timely historical and forecasted financial information to enable sound decision making throughout the company.

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

  • Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the Company’s policies and applicable laws for all direct reports. Responsibilities include planning, assigning and directing work, appraising performance, addressing complaints and resolving problems.
  • Prepare ad hoc reporting / analysis including forecasting to assist senior management in decision making and achievement of annual financial plan.
  • Perform all tasks assigned by the Director of Finance, while following all company, safety, and quality policies and procedures.
  • General Accounting functions including the following :
  • Maintaining the integrity of financial statements and related reporting :

    Coordinate and oversee monthly closing activities, including account analysis and reconciliations, preparation of journal entries, and generating the monthly financial reporting package.

  • Maintain consolidated financial statements for all CQC entities including intercompany eliminations.
  • Ensure accounting policies and procedures are adhered to and implement new policies and procedures as needed.
  • Coordinate and manage annual operating budget process.
  • Oversee and support all activities related to the annual audit.
  • Coordinate and manage all activities related to preparing periodic and annual tax returns.
  • Participate in strategic tax planning and management of tax compliance activities.
  • Participate in annual review of insurance policies with insurance broker.
  • Participate in financial planning and analysis as follows :
  • Development of budgets and long-term financial forecasts.

  • Monitor budget performance and provide variance analysis.
  • Analyze financial data to identify trends, risks and opportunities.
  • Develop and maintain dynamic financial models for scenario planning.
  • Coordinate with cost accounting functions as needed to ensure the following :
  • Product costs are being accurately maintained.

  • Sales quotes are completed with accurate cost information in a timely manner.
  • Participate in Continuous Improvement initiatives for the department and companywide.
  • Maintain regular attendance at work. Adherence to company in-office policies, currently at least 3 days per week in-office. 4 days per week in-office preferred.
  • Position interacts with all functional areas. Main interactions are with corporate personnel including the President, senior management, managers, and plant managers.
  • Travel to training and / or CQC facilities.
  • Other duties as assigned.
  • Perform all tasks assigned by the supervisor, while following all company, safety, and quality policies and procedures.
  • QUALIFICATIONS :

    EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE :

    Required

  • Four-year BBA degree in accounting
  • Certified Public Accountant certificate
  • Minimum of 5 years of accounting experience
  • Minimum of 3 years of supervisory experience
  • Minimum of 3 years of experience in a manufacturing company with more than 500 employees.
  • Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel
  • Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint
  • Preferred

  • Private food process manufacturing company experience
  • Experience with Tier 1 / Tier 2 enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems
  • Microsoft D365 preferred
  • SKILLS AND ABILITIES :

  • Analyze and communicate business data using a methodical, easy-to-understand approach
  • Managerial and supervisory skills
  • Business acumen
  • Detail oriented
  • Honesty, integrity and good business ethics
  • Technical aptitude and analytical skills
  • Good interpersonal skills
  • CQC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability, protected veteran status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.

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