Assistant Controller
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We are looking for an Assistant Controller to work for our client. The ideal candidate aligns with the responsibilities and qualifications outlined below.
Responsibilities:
- Assist Controller with forecasting requirements, budget preparation and analysis of variances
- Perform budget vs actual reconciliations and assess out of pocket expenses, time incurred compared to budgets
- Provide leadership to the accounting team: coaches and mentors team members on achieving goals and developing necessary skills that drive results; Identifies team goals and evaluates team progress
- Establish, streamline and manage month-close process, review journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations, to ensure that the company accounts are closed in a timely fashion and in accordance with GAAP
- Provide accounting expertise for the growing organization by partnering closely with internal, cross-company, and external stakeholders including lenders and Big 4 auditors
- Participate in process improvements, financial system enhancements and special projects as needed
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's in Accounting or Finance
- 6+ years of accounting experience
- Sound knowledge of full cycle accounting and a strong awareness of generally accepted accounting principles
- Strong leadership and coaching skills with experience managing and mentoring teams
- Ability to challenge and improve existing processes through automation and redesign
- Strong organization and analytical skills with an eye for detail