Controller

The Controller role requires an individual who thrives when managing projects in a fast-paced, team-oriented, environment. This position is an opportunity to contribute finance expertise and leadership to Winning Mark’s Business Administration team. The Controller will specifically:

• Organize and plan all accounting operations, financial reporting, payroll functions
• Provide financial analyses as needed, especially for resource allocation, pricing decisions, proposal development, and contract negotiations
• Manage financial banking relationships
• Support and improve programs and project budgeting practices
• Manage team members responsible for financial data entry, invoicing and fulfilling accounts payable; ensure transactions completed consistently, accurately, and in a timely manner
• Develop and maintain appropriate financial and accounting processes, and manage Quickbooks Enterprise update
• Revise and maintain the chart of accounts; ensure the adequacy of accounting practices and handling of funds, internal controls and reporting
• Support employee compensation and benefit planning with analysis, market research, and financial modeling
• Provide regularly scheduled financial information to the executive team and owners, including projections and forecasts; monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements; and cash position and management
• Analyze and evaluate costs of goods and operating margins; make relevant recommendations to management
• Work directly with CPAs to oversee all tax responsibilities and prepare annual tax returns
• Review and advise on risk and company insurance coverage
• May receive assignments well outside normal job description or chain of command during busier periods of the business cycle

Who we are looking for: We seek an individual with personality, drive and a proactive work ethic who will excel in an evolving landscape of a rapidly growing company with an exceptional reputation and track record. A successful Controller will provide financial transparency to the executive team, owners and financial advisors. We are looking for someone with the following background:

• 5+ years experience managing accounting functions, ideally for high-growth businesses
• A bachelor’s, MBA, or master’s degree in accounting, finance or business administration. A bachelor’s degree in a closely related field or a combination of extensive experience and education/certification may be considered; CPA or CMA a plus
• Must have a commitment to advancing equity, including but not limited to, lived experience and/or thoughtful work supporting historically marginalized communities
• Has exceptional organizational and analytical skills — this role will be primarily internal-facing, requiring navigation of different work styles, opinions, and objectives
• Is not afraid to ask questions, make proactive observations,  recommend solutions, and take initiative
• Must be extremely detail- and process-oriented while understanding how to prioritize and manage time effectively
• Must be able to learn the nuances of our business, industry, complex projects
• Committed to completing projects and going above and beyond, even under difficult circumstances
• Enjoys working with a team and is committed to the success and goals of the team and company

Experience working in a fast-paced atmosphere is a plus, and a commitment to periodically working long hours is a must. At the same time, we strive to promote balance in the workplace, including flexible hours and working remotely when appropriate. The ability to work well within this system, including as a good steward of a flexible work environment, is essential. 

Position Details

This will be a full-time, exempt position. Base salary is commensurate with experience. Winning Mark offers a robust benefits package including:

• Base Salary: $75,000 – $96,000; commensurate with experience
• 100% employer-paid platinum health & dental package
• $150/month transportation / home office allotment
• $115/month wellness allotment
• $70/month cell phone allotment
• 15 Vacation days per year to start 
• 10 Sick days per year
• Additional Personal Leave days
• 16 Paid Holidays (Including a week off at the end of the year)

Due to the pandemic, we are currently operating as a fully remote company. When it’s safe to reopen, this role will report to our new office in SE Portland.

To Apply

Please email your resume and a cover letter stating why you are interested in working for Winning Mark to hiring@winningmark.com.   

We will review applications on a rolling basis. 

NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.

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