Controller

Company Description

Tyler Pipe and Coupling specializes in manufacturing cast iron soil pipes and fittings primarily used in commercial construction drain, waste, and vent (DWV) plumbing systems. With operations based in Tyler, Texas, and Marshfield, Missouri, the company is committed to producing high-quality products for the construction industry. Tyler Pipe prides itself on reliability and excellence in meeting customer needs. Visit our website at www.tylerpipe.com and follow us on social media for more information about our team and what we do.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site Controller position located in Marshfield, MO. The Controller will oversee financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, compliance, and financial analysis. Responsibilities include managing accounting functions, preparing accurate financial reports, maintaining financial controls, supporting audits, and leading an accounting team to ensure the company's financial health and performance. The successful candidate will also collaborate with leadership to advise on business decisions based on financial data.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Provides strategic leadership, direction and technical guidance to staff and senior management. Develops and recommends to senior management major economic strategies, objectives and policies for the Company. Directs the implementation of accounting policies, procedures and underlying assumptions to streamline and standardize processes and procedures for optimal efficiency and quality.
• Oversees, directs and manages all financial reporting activities for the Company. Collaborates with Accounting staff to ensure timeliness, completeness and accuracy of financial reporting deliverables. Coordinates financial reporting for acquired business and maintains purchase accounting records and related documentation support for audits. Prepares reports summarizing and forecasting Company business activities and financial position in areas of income, expenses, and earnings based on past, present, and expected outcomes.
• Oversees and directs processes supporting financial reporting. “Owns” ERP general ledger system and collaborates with staff to ensure execution of enhancements and maintenance. Reviews and approves all expense reporting.  
• Coordinates compliance with internal controls requirements, including the review and development of accounting policies and internal control documentation. Oversees the review and audit processes of external auditors, including the timing, preparation, and review of audit deliverables and timely response to questions. Drives audit process efficiencies for optimal cost savings.
• Researches and documents conclusions on complex technical accounting issues. Collaborates with Corporate Accounting to address highly complex issues and make recommendations to senior management.
• Oversee ERP implementation activities.
• Manages staff, including providing coaching and training, setting goals, evaluating performance, planning staff assignments and development, and making and approving people management decisions (e.g. recruitment, promotions, terminations, and salary changes).

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related field
• At least 5 years experience as a Controller and/or progressive accounting experience
• Proficient with Microsoft Office programs, especially Excel.
• Experience with Microsoft D365 preferred, but not required.
• Knowledge of FASB rules required.