Job Description
The Controller position within Zoot Enterprises focuses on overseeing all accounting operations. Responsibilities include the recording of accurate and timely financial information and maintaining a set of controls and procedures designed to mitigate risk and enhance accuracy and efficiency. This position is also responsible for the supervision and development of the Accounting group and its functions, which includes accounts payables and receivables, payroll, and general ledger accounting. The Accounting group within Zoot focuses on the proper, accurate, and timely processing and reporting of the financial transactions of Zoot Enterprises and its subsidiaries and affiliates.
Primary Job Duties
- Inspire, lead, direct, coordinate, and oversee all activities of the Accounting group for Zoot Enterprises, Inc. and its subsidiaries and affiliates.
- Maintain current knowledge of organizational policies and procedures, federal and state policies and directives, and current accounting standards and ensure compliance and minimize risk.
- Manage the Accounting group to meet all corporate, accounting, payroll, month end close, year-end close, audit, compliance, and reporting timelines.
- Responsible for the design, implementation and integration of accounting systems and to develop system and process redundancies.
- Facilitate and achieve a service-focused culture with emphasis on delivering on-time, high-quality products and services to internal and external customers.
- Supervise, lead, and support Accounting group members in completing all tasks such as: recording transactions, billing, collections, payables, credit card programs, payroll, journal entries, reconciliations, and all others duties necessary.
- Identify, document, and manage acceptable standards of work to be completed by the Accounting group.
- Determine staffing requirements, interview, hire and train new employees, complete employee performance evaluations, mentorship, and skill development.
- Review existing processes and procedures and maintain a sound internal controls system; update as required to ensure effective work methods, continuous improvement, and high-quality interactions with other groups within the company and its subsidiaries and affiliates.
- Prepare and/or assist in preparation of financial statements, audit documentation, business activity reports, or reports required by regulatory agencies.
- Prepare and provide detailed financial reports and ad hoc reports to executive management.
- Evaluating and maintain the effectiveness of accounting software and supporting databases and systems and provide support as needed.
- Achieve a service-focused culture with emphasis on delivering on-time, high-quality products and services to internal and external customers.
- Compliance with and knowledge of Zoot’s Policies and Procedures, Code of Business Conduct, and Employee Agreement.
- Other duties as assigned – it is understood that this list of major duties and responsibilities is not an inclusive list and that other duties and responsibilities, which may include helping others in the same or different departments, may be assigned by supervision.
Required and Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Experience
- Bachelor Degree in Accounting or related field required
- Certified Public Accountant License preferred
- 5+ years of related work experience preferred
- Or, an equal combination of education and experience
Zoot Benefits Include
- Proudly based in beautiful Bozeman and Billings, Montana
- Casual Attire
- Bring Your Well Behaved Dog
- On-site Child Care Center (Bozeman)
- Flexible Work Schedule
- On-site Cafeteria (Bozeman)
- Espresso & Snack Bar (Bozeman)
- On-site Fitness Center & Fitness Classes (Bozeman)
- Private Disc Golf Course (Bozeman)
- Private Sports Park with Putting Green, Bocce, and Volleyball (Billings)
- Underground Parking (Bozeman)
- Paid Vacation, Sick Leave, & Holidays
- 401(k) with Generous Company match
- Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short Term & Long Term Disability (30+ hours/week employees only)
- Fun Committee and Family-Friendly Events
- Wellness Committee dedicated to Health, Mental Wellbeing, Fitness, & Nutrition
For over 30 years, Zoot Enterprises has been a global provider of advanced origination, acquisition, and decision management solutions. Our customer-centric tools and services enable Zoot's clients to add value and differentiation, while providing nimble, scalable solutions for specific business objectives. A leader in the fintech industry, Zoot provides a cloud based secure processing environment that delivers millisecond real-time decisions --accessing hundreds of cutting edge data sources to help reduce risk and increase conversions.
Headquartered in beautiful Bozeman, Montana, Zoot provides an engaging and committed culture that is passionate about our clients, our community and our people. With generous and comprehensive benefits, onsite child care, a dog-friendly office and more, Zoot can give you the “No Suits, Montana Roots” career you’ve been dreaming about.
Zoot Enterprises, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such, affirms the right of every person to participate in all aspects of employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for this posted position, contact our Human Resources Department via phone at 406-586-5050 or e-mail at jobs@zootweb.com.
About Zoot Enterprises
A leader in the fintech industry, Zoot is a global provider of innovative acquisition, origination, and decision management solutions.