Business Manager/Controller

Title:
Business Manager/Controller – Burlington Telecom

Location:
Burlington, Vermont

Rate:
$110,000-$125,000 annually, plus management incentives

Full-Time/Part Time:
Full-Time

Reporting to:
President & General Manager

Job Description
Burlington Telecom is a Schurz Communications company that operates an expanding all fiber network that provides a full suite of residential and business product solutions consisting of high-speed data, internet, video, and voice services. We are seeking a new Business Manager/Controller responsible for all financial aspects of the company, including financial planning and reporting, budgeting, credit, tax and regulatory compliance, internal control, credit and collection, and risk management. Handles oversight of the daily accounting activities of the company including general ledger, accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll, and billing.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Supervise and develop accounting staff who assist in maintaining a financial system of records that is organized/accurate and complies with GAAP and SCI corporate policy
• Prepare, analyze, and distribute timely and accurate monthly financial statements, quarterly projections and financial projections associated with strategic planning
• Participate in strategic planning
• Conduct special financial analysis as needed
• Coordinate the complication, analysis and written presentation of the annual operating budget with the General Manager and department heads
• Review monthly variance (to budget) reports
• Maintain respect for and oversight of business operations of all departments
• Responsible for accounting procedures and internal control functions to ensure that all assets remain under the care and control of the company
• Responsible for maintaining proper levels of commercial insurance coverage on company property
• Responsible for working with department heads to find ways to enhance efficiency and increase profitability
• Participate and assist managers in developing departmental expense goals, objectives, and systems
• Responsible for regulatory and local/state tax compliance
• Responsible for accurate accounting and reporting of fixed assets including performing ROI analysis of proposed projects and periodic fixed asset audits
• Communicate effectively with all levels of the organization
• Responsible for the proper documentation and control of all contracts including, but not limited to, program rights contracts.  Monitors compliance to contracts.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration
• 5 or more years of progressive accounting experience
• Experience in managing and supervising the operations of a business office
• Experience in the broadband industry is helpful but not required
• Advanced level knowledge in accounting software and Excel, good 10-key skills
• Proficient in Word
• Ability to accurately prepare and analyze financial statements
• Proven track record of result-oriented Controller or Financial Manager with responsibility for monthly closing, forecasting and budget preparation
• Ability to partner with department heads to achieve organizational goals
• Ability to develop and coach accounting staff, effectively lead by example
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to facilitate change; must be flexible and adaptable to meet changing needs and priorities
• Must have good problem-solving skills
• Must have good organizational and time management skills, great attention to detail
• Ability to meet tight deadlines and work well under pressure; multitask
• Quickly, accurately and calmly handle decision-making process
• Maintain strong integrity and a high level of confidentiality.
• Ability to work independently with little supervision yet committed to team environment.
• Ability to remain positive and foster a positive work environment
• Extensive knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics Great Plains software preferred
• Valid driver's license with a good driving record

What We Offer

• Performance Bonus
• Family Medical (3 plans to choose from), Dental and Vision
• Company funded HSA
• Company Paid Short Term Disability
• Company Paid Long Term Disability with Voluntary option
• Company Paid Parental Leave
• Company Paid Life as well as Voluntary policies
• 401(k) with generous company match
• Paid Time Off
• Volunteer Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays

When you join Burlington Telecom...
You'll be joining an award-winning company and team. We also believe in giving back to the community and we want our employees to have the opportunity to do so. We provide an environment that gives each employee the opportunity to nurture their gifts and achieve their potential. For more information, go to

Schurz Communications And Its Subsidiaries Strategic Objectives

• We will attract, invest in, communicate with, and retain top talent.
• We will innovate, partner, experiment and create a better future together.
• We strive to continuously improve operating performance to ensure sustained growth.
• We will dynamically grow revenues by building and nurturing mutually beneficial and profitable customer relationships.

Physical Demands/Working Conditions
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job the employee is:

• Duties are performed mostly indoors in an office environment.
• Employee will be exposed to atmospheric conditions
• Employee is required to sit and stand for extended periods of time
• While performing the duties of this position, the employee is required to stand, walk, talk, hear, use hands and fingers, reach, grab, handle or feel, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl.  Regularly sit, talk, and hear.
• Work regular 40-hour work week.  Some nights, weekends and holidays may be required.