Assistant Controller - Creative Financial Staffing

Assistant Controller

We are looking for an experienced Assistant Controller to undertake all aspects of financial management, including corporate accounting, regulatory and financial reporting, budget and forecasts preparation, as well as development of internal control policies and procedures and help rethink processes.

Responsibilities of the Assistant Controller

• The Assistant Controller will help the controller with all accounting operations including Billing, A/R, A/P, GL and Counsel, Cost Accounting, Inventory Accounting and Revenue Recognition
• Coordinate and direct the preparation of the budget and financial forecasts and report variances
• Prepare and publish timely monthly financial statements
• Coordinate the preparation of regulatory reporting
• Research technical accounting issues for compliance
• Lead and manage month-end and year-end close process
• Ensure quality control over financial transactions and financial reporting
• Manage and comply with local, state, and federal government reporting requirements and tax filings
• Develop and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls
• Review and set goals within the organization for continued growth and margin contribution

Requirements for the Assistant Controller

• Proven working experience as a Financial controller /Accounting Manager
• 5+ years of overall combined accounting and finance experience
• Advanced degree in Accounting
• Advanced Excel with Macros
• Thorough knowledge of accounting principles and procedures
• Experience with creating financial statements
• Experience with general ledger functions and the month-end/year end close process
• Excellent accounting software user and administration skills
• Track history of improving organizational efficiency and throughput
• Experience with product based companies