About this opportunity
Sarkes Tarzian, Inc. lists this Corporate Controller opportunity in bloomington, Indiana. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Reports To: Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
Department: Finance/Accounting
Location: Sarkes Tarzian, Inc. | Bloomington, IN
Job Summary
The Corporate Controller is responsible for maintaining accurate and compliant financial records across the company, in accordance with GAAP and internal policies. This role supports divisional controllers and must meet mandatory monthly, quarterly, and annual deadlines, payroll, tax reporting, and consolidated financial statement preparation. The Controller plays a key role in supporting the CFO and company leadership through detailed reporting, audits, and financial planning.
Key Responsibilities
Accounting Operations:
Maintain the general ledger and income statements
Handle month-end, quarter-end, and fiscal year-end closing processes
Prepare accurate and timely monthly combined financial statements
Maintain fixed asset records and property tax reports for all divisions
Conduct semi-annual on-site audits of divisions
Budgeting & Forecasting
Develop and maintain the corporate operational budget
Assist divisional controllers with budget preparation
Consolidate divisional budgets into corporate projections
Provide analysis and reporting for financial planning efforts
Payroll & Benefits
Oversee payroll processing, payroll taxes, and 401(k) withholding
Maintain accurate payroll records and interface with outside payroll processors
Compliance & Reporting
Prepare personal property tax reports for all divisions
Complete workers’ compensation reporting annually
Prepare reports and documentation for year-end financial reviews and audits
Ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and company policies
Confirms outside payroll processor files all Federal and State payroll tax reports
Qualifications
Education & Certifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (required)
CPA (preferred)
Experience
Minimum 3 years of experience in accounting
Experience with financial statement preparation, payroll processing, journal entries, property tax reporting, and fixed asset management
Background in television, radio, and digital advertising accounting preferred
Skills & Competencies
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel is essential (required)
Strong analytical, planning, and critical thinking skills
High attention to detail and accuracy under tight deadlines
Ability to work independently and prioritize duties and work collaboratively with Divisions
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and financial accounting software
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Oversight experience and team leadership abilities
Willingness and ability to travel for audits and professional development
Valid driver's license and insurability (required)
Experience with Net Suite Software preferred
Supervisory Responsibilities
Occasional oversight of an Administrative Assistant
Support, train, and collaborate with Divisional Controllers
Coordinate with outside payroll processors and accounting firms
Decision-Making Authority
Prioritize daily and long-term accounting duties
Post entries to the general ledger
Work Environment & Requirements
Flexibility in schedule; must be available to meet deadlines and cover CFO responsibilities (as needed)
Ability to work under deadline pressure and manage multiple responsibilities
Occasional evening, weekend, or holiday work to meet deadlines
Benefits
Health, Life, and Vision Insurance
401K Contribution
Holiday Pay
...and more!
Sarkes Tarzian, Inc is an equal-opportunity employer.
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Worksite address
bloomington, IN, 47401, US
Who can apply
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