WHO WE ARE:  

MAKAI HR is a well-funded Professional Employer Organization started in 2018. We provide local businesses with outsourced HR solutions so that our customers can dedicate their full attention to running their businesses. We are committed to supporting Hawaii’s business community with reliable, cost-effective HR solutions.

WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR:

We’re looking for a CONTROLLER to join our team.  As the Controller, you will oversee Makai HR's financials, payroll taxes, ongoing proforma. 

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

We provide competitive compensation packages which include 100% paid employee healthcare, paid time off as well as a flexible and collaborative work culture.  

WHAT YOUR DAY MAY LOOK LIKE: 

• Ensure timely (monthly) financial close and reporting, and accurate reconciliation of general ledger accounts in accordance with GAAP. Working Capital and cash position to be included
• Produce and manage Annual/Quarterly/Monthly Budget and variance reporting
• Prepare and submit PEO and HRO client state and federal payroll tax filings, ensuring payroll tax compliance. Reconcile the payroll data in PrismHr with Mastertax
• Manage and approve ACH transfers and troubleshoot any related issues
• Manage AP and associated banking activities and reconciliations 
• Manage AR working to ensure limited exposure by clients to Insufficient Funds 
• Establish, monitor, and enforce internal controls
• Work with the Benefits Manager and the Risk Manager to conduct benefit and workers comp reconciliations  
• Work with outside CPA firm in completing corporate tax filings
• SUTA management & strategy 
• Manage relations with external accounting, tax, and consulting firms
• Prepare ad hoc financial reports and perform other duties as needed
• Take ownership for other financial and analytical projects that may arise from time to time

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED:

• Experience in a Professional Employer Organization (required)
• Expertise with Prism HR and Master Tax software (a huge plus)
• A solid understanding of accounting and finance fundamentals, including but not limited to cash-flow forecasting, budgeting and business case model development 
• Self-starter with a collaborative attitude and strong time management & problem-solving skills
• Professional skepticism to identify root causes of issues, and the tenacity to see such issues through to full resolution
• A team-oriented approach and an ability to enhance company culture
• Excellent oral and written communication skills