The Accounting Group

The main role of the Controller in a company is to assure that historical accounting information is reported timely and accurately. The Controller is responsible for the process of development and communication of the financial statements, as well as being accountable for maintaining the books and records of the company. The Controller function is one of the most quantifiable and fundamental positions in the company. The benefits of a good Controller are immediate, while the effects of a poor Controller, or the lack of a Controller altogether can take many months to turn around. Some services provided under our "Rent-a-Controller" umbrella are as follows:

Monthly Financial Statements - Two components, on time and accurate! That is your goal, and that is our goal. Whether the key performance areas are inventory management, sales backlog, or job profitability, our experienced staff knows how to work in your industry, on your software. Once we get our arms around your information and provide your monthly statement that is only just the beginning. Our Controllers begin digging into your company to help you and your management team focus on the three - five Key Performance Indicators (KPI's) that you need to know to run your business and report this as often as necessary.

Accounting Department Management & Training - Many companies have an accounting staff that has a great deal of potential, they just need a Controller to train them and assign job descriptions and duties. With regular meetings your accounting department will become more dependable, and assist in the production of timely financial statements and managerial reports.

Insurance and Lending Assistance - Our Controllers have the real time experience in private industry to know the most prudent way to assist you in purchasing your insurance, and obtaining a cost-effective line of credit to fit your needs.

Leave of Absence - Our Controllers will keep your "trains running on time", while your regular staff is on temporary leave. Our employees will meet with you to review the key processes and reports you depend on to manage your business and step right into the role as your new "outsourced employee". These positions can range from a couple days each week, to a full time temporary position.

Forensic Accounting - When you need a firm with the accounting skills of an internal auditor and the general business skills to develop the intelligence gathered, we are the firm for the job. The Accounting Group has the forensic accounting skills necessary to perform work in the manufacturing, construction, and insurance industries.

Policies & Procedures - Structure and organization are the key to long-term profitability. The Accounting Group has a practiced approach at designing a customized Standard Operational Procedure (SOP) manual for your firm, and then work with your management team throughout implementation. Our TAG Policies & Procedures System is worth its weight in gold. Our team has years of experience in not just accounting, finance, credit and administration procedures, but also working with your operational and sales team in setting up your entire company!

Accounting Department Cleanup - Whether you've grown to fast or had other areas to focus on (i.e. Sales!), when it's time to get your house in order, The Accounting Group has the experience to hit the ground running. The key to outsourcing this type of project is software and industry experience so call us to see when our qualified personnel has an opening to get your company in shape!

Audit Preparation - Since we are not affiliated with any specific CPA firm, many of our clients are "audit prep only" clients whereby we assist your on-site accounting staff in preparing for your annual audit or review. Our work is not done until we manage you and your staff through your year-end audit. This helps in keeping your CPA engagement bills reasonable, enabling your CPA to focus on what they do best.

Budgeting Process - The most important thing in budgeting is the process itself. By including key members of your management team, and getting everyone to become accountable, your budgeting function turns into the cornerstone of a yearlong management process. Whether it is zero-based budgeting, or some other format, our team is well versed in helping you plan and shape your destiny.

Accounting and Financial System Conversions and Upgrades - We assist clients in the selection, installation, set up and training of computerized accounting software. Since we are not a reseller of accounting software, The Accounting Group provides an unbiased opinion on the software that is right for each client.

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