Controller

Description

The Controller is responsible for the day-to-day operations of Paris’ accounting and financial systems. This includes the production of timely and accurate financial reports, working with a comprehensive set of controls designed to mitigate risk, ensuring the accuracy of Paris’ reported financial results, and ensuring that reported results comply with generally accepted accounting principles. The Controller will function as a hands-on leader, working with the COO to implement and execute financial and operational strategies.  

Requirements

What you’ll do:

• Accurate and timely production of all financial statements and reports
• Coordinate the preparation of regulatory and 3rd parties’ financial reports.
• Directly responsible for recording journal entries required to reflect monthly activities
• Manages general and cost accounting activities in performing all general ledger functions and keeps custody of accounting books, records, and forms
• Directly responsible for monthly accounting close process, including analytical review of the monthly operating results to ensure accurate accounting records are maintained; calculate and issue financial and operating metrics
• Manage the production of the annual budget and forecasts
• Oversees the handling of customer portfolios of major customers and is responsible for maintaining outstanding balances, including invoice re-billing and collection of delinquent accounts.
• Calculate variances from the budget and report significant issues to management
• Perform cost center analysis and make recommendations to the team and management.
• Perform cash projections to effectively manage cash balances and maximize the return on any excess cash balances
• Maintenance of fixed asset records for accurate inventory and depreciation
• Coordinate the provision of information to external auditors and examiners
• Comply with local, state, and federal government reporting requirements
• Participate with other managers and lead organizational financial diligence and oversight
• Coaches and develops employees; plans, monitors, and holds team accountable for job results.

Your Background:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration
• 10+ years of progressively responsible experience in a related field. 
• Candidates with the Certified Public Accountant, Certified Management Accountant, or MBA designations preferred.
• Able to analyze, organize, summarize, and articulate financial information
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• High emotional intelligence in relating to direct team and other Paris employees 
• Customer-focused, accountable, and responsive team player, with the ability to quickly prioritize among numerous pressing tasks.
• Task and goal-oriented and capable of functioning in an entrepreneurial and corporate setting
• Credible, ethical, and clean financial history
• Conscientious about timeliness of assignments and quality of work product
• Good GAAP and financial reporting technical skills
• Protects assets by establishing, monitoring, and enforcing internal controls.
• Achieves budget objectives by monitoring expenditures; analyzing variances; and initiating corrective actions.

Benefits and Perks:

Enjoy excellent company holiday giveaways & parties, generous PTO, medical Benefits, 401K, and more!

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• 401K with company match
• Life Insurance
• Business casual dress
• Summer hours
• On-site gym

Why work at Paris?

 At Paris, we don’t just manufacture products; we build brands that people trust. With a strong legacy of innovation and a commitment to excellence, we empower our team members to make an impact every day. We foster a collaborative culture where new ideas are welcomed, individual contributions are recognized, and professional growth is encouraged. If you’re passionate about building meaningful products and being part of a forward-thinking team, Paris is the place to grow your career.

Local candidates only; no relocation assistance available. 

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Paris Corporation provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.