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Controller

Posted on 16 October 25 by Scott Golden

  • $120 - $160 per Year
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Job Description

Job Title: Controller
Reports To: Chief Operations Officer Department:
Business Operations
FLSA Status: Exempt

Job Summary: ComTec Systems, Inc. is seeking a Controller that is responsible for overseeing all financial operations within the organization, ensuring accurate and timely reporting, compliance with GAAP, and strong internal controls.

This role will lead financial planning, budgeting, and analysis to support strategic business objectives. The Controller will monitor revenue streams, project costs, and capital investments. Partnering closely with executive leadership, the Controller provides insights into improving financial performance, operational efficiency, and profitability in a fast-paced, evolving telecom environment.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Guides financial decisions by establishing, monitoring, and enforcing policies and procedures.
  • Protects assets by establishing, monitoring, and enforcing internal controls.
  • Monitors and confirms financial condition by conducting audits, providing information to external accountants.
  • Maximizes return, and limits risk, on cash by minimizing bank balances, making investments.
  • Provides status of financial condition by collecting, interpreting, and reporting financial data
  • Prepares special reports by leveraging the analytics capabilities of Certinia/Tableau.
  • Responsible for monthly accrual based accounting processes, delivering month-close by the 10th of the following month.
  • Responsible for producing Operational Profit-Sharing analysis on a quarterly basis
  • Prepares budgets by: o Establishing schedules o Collecting, analyzing, and consolidating financial data o Recommending actionable plans
  • Complies with federal, state, and local legal requirements by analyzing existing and new legislation; anticipating future legislation; enforcing adherence to requirements; filing financial reports; advising management on needed actions.
  • Be a capable liaison between ComTec and the accountants by proactively engaging with the accountants and driving the filing process forward.
  • Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed. Minimal Key Performance Indicators:
  • Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting to support executive decision-making and investor confidence.
  • Budget variance within acceptable range.
  • Compliance with all audits, tax, and regulatory requirements.
  • Cash flow and liquidity management performance.
  • Effectiveness of internal controls and reduction in financial risks.
  • Deliver complete, accurate and timely reports to the external accountants to meet the statutory deadlines.

120 Day Plan: First 30 Days – Assessment & Orientation

  • Review and establish financial policies, internal controls, and telecom-specific accounting systems (billing, capital projects).

Days 31–60 – Process Review & Alignment

  • Evaluate revenue recognition, billing reconciliation, and network/project cost tracking.
  • Identify opportunities to improve reporting efficiency and internal controls.
  • Align financial processes with operations and investment priorities.
  • Assess cash flow, accounts receivable, and regulatory compliance (taxes, FCC/state filings).
  • Meet with department heads to understand operational and financial priorities.

Days 61–90 – Implementation & Optimization

  • Implement process improvements for financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting.
  • Strengthen internal controls around capital expenditures and service revenue.
  • Provide data-driven insights to leadership on costs, profitability, and investment decisions.

Days 91–120 – Strategic Planning & Long-Term Impact

  • Deliver a summary of improvements and key financial recommendations.
  • Establish KPIs for telecom financial operations (revenue per subscriber, cost per network mile).
  • Finalize documentation of updated policies and reporting procedures to support growth and compliance. Initial Professional Growth Plan:
  • Review and optimize existing accounting procedures and reporting structures within the first 90 days.
  • Implement process improvements to enhance accuracy and efficiency in financial reporting.
  • Develop a plan to strengthen internal controls and audit readiness.
  • Build cross-departmental relationships to improve budget management and forecast accuracy.

Competencies:

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
  • High ethical standards and integrity.
  • Strategic thinking and business acumen.
  • Leadership and team development
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

Education & Experience:

  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field required; CPA or CMA preferred.
  • Minimum of 7 years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 3 years in a leadership or Controller-level role.
  • Experience in telecommunications, technology, or related field preferred.
  • Thorough understanding of GAAP and applicable federal and state regulations.
  • Proficiency with accounting and ERP systems; advanced Excel skills required.
  • Experience with Salesforce/Certinia (Formerly Financial Force) and Tableau preferred

Work Environment/Schedule:

  • Hybrid – Commutable distance o Initially, 4 days per week at the Corporate Office. If all goals are met within the 120-day plan, it can be reduced to 2 days per week based on Corporate and Operational needs.
  • This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the responsibilities and qualifications for this position. It is not a comprehensive list of all duties, as additional tasks may be assigned as necessary to meet the needs of the organization

Compensation- $120-160K-Base Salary
Quarterly Profit Sharing based on eligibility
USA Citizen
Benefits- Medical, Dental, Vision
401K- Match
Hybrid Role- Onsite the 1st 3 months minimum

Job Information

Rate / Salary

$120 - $160 per Year

Sector

Telecommunications

Category

accountancy

Skills / Experience

accountancy & finance

Benefits

Full Benefits

Our Reference

J-21717

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