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Position Overview:
The Assistant Controller will support the Controller by managing general accounting operations and overseeing general ledgers, directing the accounting team, preparing financial statements, and enforcing internal controls.
Essential Job Functions:
- Accounting Operations and Financial Reporting:
- Oversee day-to-day entries, adjustments, and account reconciliations.
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, cash flow reports, and variance analyses.
- Coordinate timely periodic financial closes.
- Support divisions as needed.
- Compliance and Auditing:
- Establish and enforce internal controls designed to protect company assets and ensure data integrity.
- Provide audit support by serving as a point of contact and preparing documentation for external and internal auditors.
- Keep informed with GAAP or IFRS guidelines and file local or state tax documents.
- Team Leadership:
- Direct, train, and mentor junior accounting staff.
- Assist with problem resolution arising from system issues.
- Process Optimization:
- Leverage AI tools like Claude to automate workflows and create efficiencies.
- Draft standard operating procedures and other process documentation.
- Other essential functions (but not limited to):
- Intercompany accounting
- Shareholder distribution
- Corporate credit card program administrator
- Detailed freight (inbound and outbound) understanding
Requirements:
- 5+ years of experience in an accounting position.
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business; MBA is a plus.
- CPA, CMA, and other accounting certification are a plus but not required.
- Expert knowledge of accounting and financial principles, regulations, and best practices.
- Proficient with data analysis, critical thinking and complex problem solving.
- Strong understanding of Microsoft Office products, primarily Outlook and Excel
- Experience with Oracle Fusion, Concur, and Netsuite is preferred.
- Required travel: less than 5%.
Other Skills/Abilities:
- Strong organization with a high level of attention to detail.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to multitask in a fast paced environment.
Physical Demands:
- Seated at a desk working on a computer for extended periods of time.
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Disclaimer
NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
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