Assistant Controller

General Purpose

Under the direction of the Controller, the Assistant Controller will perform professional accounting duties including account analysis; preparation of monthly financial statements along with key operating reports; assistance in the annual budget and forecasting process as well as other assigned duties.  This role will utilize strong accounting knowledge, time management, and effective problem-solving to ensure success.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

·         Verify, allocate, post, and reconcile accounts payable and receivable

·         Oversee general accounting operations by controlling and verifying our financial transactions.

·         Manage Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable staff

·         Produce error-free accounting reports and present their results

·         Analyze financial information and summarize financial status

·         Spot errors and suggest ways to improve efficiency and spending

·         Review and recommend modifications to accounting systems and procedures

·         Participate in financial standards setting and in forecast process

·         Provide input into the department’s goal-setting process

·         Prepare financial statements and produce budget according to schedule

·         Assist with tax audits and tax returns

·         Direct internal and external audits to ensure compliance

·         Support quarter-end and year-end close process

·         Develop and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls

·         Ensure compliance with GAAP principles

·         Liaise with our Controller to improve financial procedures

Requirements

·         BS degree in Accounting or Finance

·         Proven experience as an assistant controller

·         Thorough knowledge of basic accounting procedures

·         In-depth understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)

·         Awareness of business trends

·         Familiarity with financial accounting statements

·         Experience with general ledger functions and the quarter-end/year-end close process

·         Hands-on experience with Viewpoint accounting software (preferred but not required)

·         Advanced MS Excel skills including Vlookups and pivot tables

·         Accuracy and attention to detail

·         Aptitude for numbers and quantitative skills

Employee benefits:

• Competitive pay
• Health benefits
• 401K Retirement Savings Plan
• Room for growth within the company
• Paid Holidays
• Weekly pay
• And much more!