Regional Controller : Duluth, GA

The Regional Controller will play a critical role in ensuring the accuracy, timeliness and compliance of monthly financial reporting, while providing strategic financial insights to support business decisions. This leadership position requires a strong technical accountant who can also effectively manage, mentor, and develop a team of accounting professionals. 

Supervisory Responsibilities:   

• This position will have direct reports.   

Essential Functions:   

• Help lead the monthly and annual close processes 

• Prepare and review balance sheet account reconciliations including intercompany accounts 

• Analyze and review general ledger accounts, including the P&L and Balance Sheet 

• Prepare and review recurring and adjusting journal entries, subledger adjustments and maintain adequate supporting schedules and documentation 

• Oversee the revenue recognition process and results for certain regions, large customers and/or areas of the business 

• Prepare and/or review monthly allocations for fuel, depreciation, and overhead to our customer projects 

• Contribute to continual process improvement opportunities and implementations 

• Supervise, mentor, and develop your direct reports on the accounting team 

• Collaborate with other departments (Operations, Contracts, HR, etc.) on financial and accounting matters 

• Assist with implementing strong internal controls and accounting policies 

• Coordinate with external auditors during our annual audits 

• Lead special accounting projects as needed 

• Perform other duties as assigned 

Competencies: 

• Deep knowledge of US GAAP and financial reporting standards 

• Proven ability to work in a fast-paced, high growth environment while maintaining accuracy and timeliness with tasks and assignments 

• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills 

• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills 

• High attention to detail with the ability to see the big picture 

• Experience with process improvements and system implementation projects is highly desirable 

• Able to work independently and with a team 

• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel 

• NetSuite or similar ERP system preferred but not required 

Work Environment: 

• Office and on-site work 

Travel Requirements: 

• Regular travel not required 

Required education and experience: 

• Six plus years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in a mid-sized or growing company 

• Experience managing junior team members 

• Private-equity backed experience preferred but not required 

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance required 

Preferred education and experience: 

• CPA license preferred but not required 

 

Position requires employee to be able to pass a background check and drug screen as required for this job.

Work authorization requirements:

Must meet I-9 requirements.

Affirmative Action/EEO statement: Xylem Tree Experts and Kendall Vegetation Services provide equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, obligations, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

XKIG is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all federal, state, and local nondiscrimination laws, including the ADA. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or hiring process, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at 877-418-2999.

Benefits Offered:

This is a full-time position that offers health insurance benefits for medical, vision, and dental, as well as the option for enrollment in a 401K.

Paid Time Off (PTO)
Eligibility and accrual timelines vary by position with some roles gaining PTO immediately and others becoming eligible after a set period of employment. Details are provided during the hiring process and may vary for Union hires.

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