Odyssey is looking for a hands-on controller with 8+ years of progressive finance and accounting experience in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

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The successful candidate will have extensive experience in managing the monthly close process; accounting, valuation and other third-party specialists; financial statement preparation; SOX/internal controls; planning and forecasting. This position will also be responsible for the technical accounting of significant transactions.

 

Responsibilities/Success Factors

The Controller is responsible for directing the company’s overall financial management processes to include preparation of financial statements, regulatory and compliance reporting, accounting, tax, internal control, audit and compliance monitoring.

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Specifically, the Controller will be expected to manage the following functions:

• Lead and supervise the Finance team and drive efficiency of the core finance processes and functions.

• Oversee general accounting/treasury responsibilities, and regulatory reporting process including review of journal entries, evaluation of accounting treatment for complex nonrecurring transactions, financial statement close, business processes and internal controls.

• Manage third-party service providers for the Finance function including specialist accountants, valuation specialists and tax accountants.

• Ensure adherence to all accounting standards, tax laws, regulatory compliance and internal controls, including GAAP, SEC regulations and Sarbanes-Oxley.

• Oversee all aspects of SEC reporting on Forms 10-K and 10-Qs.

• Manage audit process, including the relationship with auditors.

• Meet regularly with senior management to provide accurate financial and projection information and status updates, and obtain notification of significant transactions for accounting evaluation.

• Oversee budgeting and forecasting and provide guidance to senior management on long-term financial planning and cost management in alignment with the company’s strategic plan, especially as the organization considers new business opportunities, potential acquisitions, and collaborations with external organizations.

• Evaluate and maintain internal control policies and procedures.

• Review and evaluate all significant accounting transactions, including identification of accounting issues, communication with senior management, coordination of accounting and valuation specialists, and communications with audit team regarding accounting for transactions.

• Prepare and present financial and accounting information to the Board of Directors and the Audit Committee.

• Manage other accounting and finance projects as requested by management.

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Skills & Qualifications

• Minimum BS/BA in accounting, finance or other related major

• CPA, with experience in public accounting, Big 4 a plus

• 5+ years’ of progressive financial and accounting management experience in a dynamic operating environment, including experience as a controller and advising senior management

• Extensive knowledge of MS Office products

• Business Central experience a plus

• Strong attention to detail, analytical and abstract reasoning skills

• Team focused and collaborative

• Strong written and oral communication skills

• Strong priority and time management skills, ability to respond to strategic and tactical changes as required

• Experience operating in public company environments, including experience with compliance/ audit/ Sarbanes-Oxley

• Strong understanding of SEC, Nasdaq and FINRA regulations preferred

• Demonstrable record of professional accomplishment as a senior finance and accounting manager evidencing leadership ability, team management, and interpersonal skills

 

Compensation & Benefits

The annual salary range for this position is $140,000 - $190,000 dependent upon experience and qualifications.

 

In addition to a competitive salary Odyssey offers a robust benefits package including:

• Employee Health Benefits paid at 70% - 90% (range is dependent on years of service, 70% <1 year of service and 90% after 2 years of service)

• Dependent Health Benefits paid at 35% - 65% (dependent on years of service)

• Company funded Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) if enrolled in the Health Insurance Plan

•  100% of dental and vision coverage for employees (35% of dependent cost).

• 100% company paid Long Term, Short Term and Life insurance benefits

• Flexible Spending Account plan

• Perk Program: Each month, employees are reimbursed up to $80 on goods or services that make their lives easier/promote healthy work life balance (i.e. massage, meal prep or meal delivery service, mobile auto-detailing).

• 2 weeks PTO for the first year and unlimited PTO opportunity after 1 year anniversary

• Paid holidays

• Flexible work schedule and hybrid work from home capabilities

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Qualified applicants can send their resume to controllerpsn@odysseymarine.com

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