What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Controller (Danbury) position at Westchester Publishing Services?
We are seeking an Assistant Controller to join our company and have an integral role contributing to our next phase of growth and continued profitability. Our world headquarters are based in Danbury, Connecticut, and candidates for this position will be expected to work onsite at our Danbury location four to five days per week.
The Assistant Controller will work alongside the Controller & Treasurer to increase the timeliness and accuracy of financial reporting. In addition, s/he will spearhead the company’s budgeting and forecasting capabilities while providing analytical insights that will support executive-level decision making.
- Review the general ledger to ensure the accuracy of postings. Coordinate monthly, quarterly and annual closing activities, including the preparation of financial statements.
- Leverage the company’s new accounting system, Intacct, to realize efficiencies in the month-end close and financial reporting process.
- Assist in the budgeting process and drive greater accountability to the budget throughout the organization. Develop multi-year forecasting models that provide executive leadership with insight into the future performance or the organization.
- Develop a process for producing business units P&Ls on a monthly basis that contain accurate cost allocations.
- Ensure intercompany transactions are accounted for properly and provide support for transfer pricing matters, including documentation and compliance.
- Operationalize the billing process, with the goal of significantly reducing the time required to generate invoices.
- Provide analytical support to decisions regarding pricing and margin maintenance.
- Assist with the facilitation, audit, and review of the company’s ESOP, 401(k), and other benefit programs.
- Generate and review various financial reports for banking activities, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies.
Candidate Qualifications
The Assistant Controller will possess a combination of accounting and financial planning experience, including a minimum of 5 years of experience at a company with global business units. S/he should have the proven ability to streamline processes and enhance financial reporting. Strong Excel skills are required, and prior experience with Intacct is strongly desirable. Candidates must be detail-oriented, and should possess excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, along with strong organizational skills. Effective communication and teamwork, a proactive attitude, and the capacity to adapt in a dynamic environment are essential qualities for the right candidate to be successful and thrive in this role.
Compensation and Professional Development
Our compensation package includes a competitive base salary commensurate with experience, participation in our ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan), 401k, health benefits, paid time off, and more, upon satisfying eligibility requirements. The selected candidate will enjoy exposure to a multitude of business challenges and have the opportunity to drive the finance function through the company’s next phase of growth. Success in this role could position the ideal candidate for future career advancement opportunities within the accounting team.
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