Controller
Office: Provo, UT /
Finance /
Full-Time
/ On-site
Who We Are
Angel Studios is the home of stories that amplify light. Through its platform, thousands of “Angel” investors choose which titles will be created, funded, and distributed. Angel Studios allows creators and audiences to form passionate communities around their creative projects, making the story behind the story as important as the final project itself. The studios’ first projects—The Chosen and Dry Bar Comedy—have earned billions of views around the world. Learn more at Angel.com
We’re looking for passionate team members who want to build world-class products that will reshape media over the coming decades. Learn more about:
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Job Description
Summary/objective:
This position is responsible for overseeing all accounting personnel and accounting operations of the company, to include the production of periodic financial reports, the maintenance of all accounting records, the management of controls sufficient to mitigate risk and enhance the accuracy of reported financial results, and the responsibility to ensure that the financial results comply with generally accepted accounting principles. This position will also coordinate with our external auditors to ensure compliance with SEC reporting deadlines.
Essential functions
- Oversee company financials to ensure accuracy and reliability to assist management in their responsibilities.
- Prepare financial reports.
- Analyze general ledger transactions and review their classifications to ensure correct coding.
- Prepare entries for more complex transactions during the month.
- Research and assist with documenting new accounting policies or updating existing ones.
- Conduct internal audits as necessary; including an evaluation of proper accounting system controls.
- Ensure royalty calculations are performed and calculated correctly.
- Meet and communicate with outside professionals including attorneys, accountants, bankers, contractors, and other professionals as required.
- Ensure Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Inventory, and Payroll are recorded correctly each month.
- Assist with system implementations to automate company processes as necessary.
- Oversee and make sure all balance sheet accounts are properly reconciled at the end of each month.
- Generate & maintain Excel/google spreadsheets.
- Ensure A/P Department processes invoices correctly.
- Must attend and contribute to regularly scheduled staff meetings.
- Proficiency in speaking, reading and writing in the English language required.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
Competencies
- Must be meticulous and have an extremely strong work ethic.
- Must have prior managerial experience..
- A motivated team player mentality who works well with little supervision.
- A detail-oriented, hands -on person, with exceptional organizational skills.
- Advanced accounting skills with a strong analytical background are a must.
- Must also be customer service oriented with excellent telephone, verbal and written communication skills.
- Proficient with Netsuite Accounting software a plus but not required.
- Strong reconciliation work and experience with annual audit responsibilities.
- Must participate in setting and achieving regularly scheduled and outlined objectives.
- Ability to take individual ownership, execute with high energy, share context, insist on candor with positive intent.
Required education and experience
- Bachelor's degree in Business and or Accounting (or the equivalent experience).
- 3-7 years of relevant experience
- CPA or equivalent experience
Preferred education and experience
- Master’s degree in a related field
- Big 4 accounting experience
- 5+ years experience
Work environment - Working at the main office is expected, and can expect a comfortable, air-conditioned work environment. Team members are issued their own desks, but the office is an open, shared space and can be fast-paced and occasionally noisy.
Physical demands - Will need to be able to sit or stand at a desk for extended periods of time.
Position type and expected hours of work - Regular full-time, 40 hours per week.
Travel required - Significant travel is not anticipated for this position, but must be willing and able to travel if business needs require it.
Work authorization - Must be authorized to work in the United States.
EEO statement
We are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.
Other duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the team member for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Perks at Angel:
- Competitive compensation
- Stock Option equity package
- 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision premiums for employees and dependents
- Short, and Long Term Disability Insurance paid for employee, with option of additional AD&D insurance
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Health Spending Account (HSA)
- 401(k) investment opportunity with employer match
- Paid parental leave
- Professional development reimbursement
Angel is an Equal Opportunity Employer:
We are actively seeking to create a diverse work environment because teams are stronger with different perspectives and experiences.
We value a diverse workplace and encourage women, people of color, LGBTQIA individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, older members of society, and others from minority groups and diverse backgrounds to apply. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. All employees and contractors of Angel are responsible for maintaining a work culture free from discrimination and harassment by treating others with kindness and respect.
