What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Controller position at Oliver James?
Oliver James have partnered exclusively with a highly successful financial services group based in St Petersburg, FL who are looking to recruit an Assistant Controller to join their established team.
Our client is ideally looking to recruit a CPA qualified professional who possesses solid experience in contributing to various financial reporting engagements within a public accounting firm and is seeking a long term opportunity for development into a management role within industry.
They are offering a competitive salary of $115,000, discretionary bonuses, hybrid working, an excellent benefits package, clear route for progression and more.
As an Assistant Controller, you will take on a critical role within the finance department, contributing to financial strategies and ensuring they align with corporate goals. You will be instrumental in enhancing and maintaining accounting and fiscal processes.
- Assists with the month-end accounting close process and preparation of work paper files and supporting documentation for account balances, accruals, tax provisions, and adjusting entries by assuming responsibility for all general ledger accounting.
- Performs detailed financial analysis of monthly results and documents major variances from budgets or other unexpected/unusual amounts.
- Assists in preparing and reviewing financial statements, Board packages, and other ad hoc financial reports required by management on a monthly basis.
- Assist in corporate consolidations on a monthly basis.
- Assists with developing accounting policy to ensure consistent application of accepted accounting principles.
- Prepares and manages the budgeting/forecasting process.
- Review client profitability and analyze costs as needed to adjust client pricing.
- Assists and oversees the external independent annual audit process.
- Assists and oversees the Accounting, Tax, and Compliance department.
- Strong foundation in Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
- Proficient in financial reporting and month-end procedures.
- Exceptional analytical skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize deadlines.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Proven leadership skills and experience in managing a team.
Benefits:
- A competitive salary paying up to $115,000
- Discretionary Bonuses
- Private Health care
- Hybrid Working
- Strong PTO
- A clear route for progression
Salary : $115,000
