Branch Controller

The Corporate Branch Controller is responsible for analyzing financial information and preparing financial reports or other financial activities for assigned branches. The Corporate Branch Controller is also responsible for preparing journal entries and reports necessary for monthly closing of the books and financial statements. In addition, this position coordinates and analyzes information required for audit schedules and participates in monthly, quarterly and year-end reporting.

Accounting

Main G/L point of contact for branch /integrated service company presidents and Home Office department leaders.

• Will perform general accounting, and other related duties in the daily administration of accounting department.
• Maintain general ledger to include the preparation of journal entries, coding of invoices, accounts analysis and reconciliation, closing books monthly, balance sheet and income statement reconciliations, and setting up new accounts.
• Participate in monthly consolidation of all Associa entities. Process and/or monitor journal entries recording the monthly activity of all entities.
• Perform bank reconciliation monthly, verify all deposits, and address questions and problems from banking institutions.
• Assist with auditors and provide supporting documentation as needed.
• Review all A/P coding and support prior to posting on a daily basis.
• Review all monthly and annual insurance renewal billings.

Reporting

• Assist in preparation of monthly financial reports to include preparation of monthly balance sheet and income statement.
• Use real-time reporting for current posting data - account displays, financial statements, different balance sheet versions, ad hoc reporting; all business transactions.

Education / Experience Required:

Education / Work Experience

This position requires a Bachelors degree in Accounting or Business Administration.

3-5 years experience in accounting is required.

Skills / Other Requirements

• Microsoft Dynamics D365 core applications experience a plus.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Excel including formula creation, macros and data filtering/sorting.
• Must be able to effectively handle multiple projects simultaneously in a deadline driven environment.
• Customer orientation and ability to adapt/respond to different types of people and situations.
• Ability to problem solve for efficient solutions in a concise manner.

Strong skills in written and verbal communication.

Knowledge of operational accounting, financial requirements, accounting requirements, and business management practices.