What are the responsibilities and job description for the Controller - Accounting Advisory Outsourced Services position at DLA, LLC?
As a leading firm focused on internal audit, accounting and corporate finance, our goal at DLA, LLC is to continuously develop our employees and to embrace a culture that combines fun with hard work and dedication!
We are actively recruiting a full-time Outsourced Controller to assist our clients with various accounting-related special projects as part of our growing Accounting Advisory Outsourced Services practice.
Specific Duties & Responsibilities:
- Serve as the Accounting Operations SME at the Controller level on various special projects for clients, problem-solving across all areas including:
- Month- and year-end close processes;
- Billing, A/R, A/P, GL and Counsel;
- Cost accounting and inventory accounting;
- Revenue recognition;
- Budget preparation, financial forecasts and report variances;
- Financial statement preparation;
- Technical accounting issues;
- Quality control over financial transactions and financial reporting.
- Liaise with external auditors.
- Manage and comply with local, state, and federal government reporting requirements and tax filings.
- Develop and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls.
- Cultivate and maintain positive, productive, and professional relationships with colleagues and clients.
- Maintain integrity of corporate information.
- Balance multiple projects and responsibilities.
- Communicate effectively to all levels of engagement management.
- Create and deliver work product that exceeds client expectations.
Knowledge & Skills:
- Proven work experience as a Controller and/or Assistant Controller.
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting required.
- CPA preferred.
- Demonstrated aptitude and affinity for juggling a wide variety of special projects and assignments.
- Thorough knowledge of accounting principles and procedures.
- Professional services/ client-facing environment experience is a plus.
- Experience with general ledger functions and the month-end/year end close.
- Ability to assist in financial statement preparation.
- Excellent accounting software user and administrative skills.
- Strong Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, formulas).
- Ability to travel to clients and offices (25%).
- Track record of team leadership skills, e.g. mentoring junior team members.
- Confidentiality, integrity, and high ethical standards required.
- Time management skills and ability to multi-task.
- Ability to work independently and take ownership of specific assignments.
- Professional demeanor and strong communication skills, both written and oral, with an emphasis on internal and external customer service.
- Ability to have flexibility to meet client deadlines.
- Eagerness and willingness to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
- Natural aptitude for problem solving.
Why DLA:
- Unlimited PTO and your birthday is a holiday
- 401(k) retirement plan with a company match
- Commuting expenses reimbursed
- Continuing education courses and training
- Employee referral and commissions programs
- Robust healthcare plans
Our clients come from all walks of life and so do we. DLA hires great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it's the right thing to do, but because it makes our company stronger. If you share our values and our enthusiasm for consulting, you will find a home with us.
Our company is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring or any employment decision based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or other applicable legally protected characteristic. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures.
