Assistant Controller
Description
Job Title: Assistant Controller New Mexico
Reports To: Division Controller
Location: Carlsbad, NM or Denver, CO
OVERVIEW
The Assistant Controller helps lead collaboration of the monthly and quarterly accounting operations for our facilities in New Mexico, including internal reporting, month-end close, cost accounting, and fixed assets. The Assistant Controller works closely with the operations personnel, including the plant superintendents, purchasing managers, project managers, customer service, and other on-site employees.
OVERVIEW
The Assistant Controller helps lead collaboration of the monthly and quarterly accounting operations for our facilities in New Mexico, including internal reporting, month-end close, cost accounting, and fixed assets. The Assistant Controller works closely with the operations personnel, including the plant superintendents, purchasing managers, project managers, customer service, and other on-site employees.
JOB DUTIES
- Help manage the monthly close process, including review of staff accountant work, approval of journal entries, and review of monthly financial reports.
- Assist in preparation and review of monthly accruals for expenses and capital projects.
- Prepare monthly financial reports for review by senior management and cost center managers.
- Collaboration with Operations and Leadership in preparation of operating forecasts and annual budgets including revenue, expenses, and capital spending.
- Prepare schedules and other PBC requests for internal and external auditors.
- Perform variance analysis on operating results, including actual to budget, actual to forecast, and actual to prior periods.
- Assist in the review of monthly royalty payments.
- Prepare monthly balance sheet reconciliations, assist in the review of reconciliations prepared by staff accountants.
- Assist in the tracking and review of costs for capitalization or expense, and determination of when assets are ready to be placed in service.
- Assist with supervision and development of the Accounts Payable department, including the review of weekly payments and approval of invoices.
- Assist in quarterly reporting as needed.
- Develop Accounting staff to enhance skills related to operations and reporting requirements.
- Review and propose continuous improvement initiatives for the Accounting department.
- May require up to 25% travel to Carlsbad, NM.
- Other tasks as assigned.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- B.S. in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. CPA or CMA preferred.
- Minimum five (5) years of related experience
- Valid Driver’s License
- Experience using ERP systems
- Intermediate to advanced computer skills, including, but not limited to: Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, etc.
OPPORTUNITIES
- Medical plans with prescription drug coverage, dental insurance and vision insurance
- 401(K) with immediate vesting and generous employer match
- Work-life balance with family-friendly work schedules
- Opportunity to grow within position through Intrepid’s career path program
SCHEDULE AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
9/80 schedule: Monday – Thursday, 9-hour workdays, Fridays worked, 8-hour workday, with every other Friday off. Schedule subject to change.
9/80 schedule: Monday – Thursday, 9-hour workdays, Fridays worked, 8-hour workday, with every other Friday off. Schedule subject to change.
- Indoor, temperature-controlled office environment
- Typical noise levels include moderate noises (business office with computers, printers, etc.)
- Employees are required to wear safety attire and personal protective equipment (PPE) when applicable
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Job conditions require sitting over 2/3 of work time, and hearing over 2/3 of work time. Will be standing, walking, using hands, reaching with hands, climbing and stooping under 1/3 of the time. Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs. – lifting will be required up to 1/3 of the work time. Under 1/3 of the work time, the environment may consist of moving mechanical parts and high/precarious places. Typical noise levels include moderate noises (ex: business office with computers, printers, etc.)
A pre-placement physical and hair follicle drug test will be required for anyone selected for this opportunity. Placement into the position will not be made until the results are received and cleared by Intrepid.
ABOUT US
Intrepid is an entrepreneurial organization committed to developing unique and environmentally sound ways of extracting minerals of global importance to multiple industries. While our legacy potassium products hold a strong reputation in the agriculture and feed industries, the expansion of our water, brine and other solutions contributes to the oil and gas industries to support energy resources. This diversification of products and customers expands our growth and impact beyond yesterday’s needs. Working at Intrepid, you will experience the commitment, teamwork, and growth in every role and experience.
Intrepid is an entrepreneurial organization committed to developing unique and environmentally sound ways of extracting minerals of global importance to multiple industries. While our legacy potassium products hold a strong reputation in the agriculture and feed industries, the expansion of our water, brine and other solutions contributes to the oil and gas industries to support energy resources. This diversification of products and customers expands our growth and impact beyond yesterday’s needs. Working at Intrepid, you will experience the commitment, teamwork, and growth in every role and experience.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
The targeted salary range for this position is $110K to $140K annually. Salary commensurate with experience and skill set. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision plans with generous employer premium contributions, as well as 401(k) with employer match, bonus programs, PTO, tuition reimbursement, and wellness benefits. More details can be found at https://www.intrepidpotash.com/careers/culture-and-rewards/.
The above declarations are not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job described, nor are they intended to be such a listing of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Rather, they are intended only to describe the general nature of the job.
Intrepid Potash Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected Federal, State or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved
We are proud to be an EEO/AA Employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.