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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a highly motivated and detail-oriented Assistant Controller to join our finance team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounting and finance, with a proven track record of supporting financial operations and ensuring accurate financial reporting. As an Assistant Controller, you will work closely with the Controller and other members of the finance team to manage the day-to-day accounting functions, including general ledger maintenance, financial statement preparation, and compliance with regulatory requirements. You will also play a key role in the budgeting and forecasting processes, as well as in the development and implementation of internal controls and financial policies. The successful candidate will possess excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, as well as the ability to communicate effectively with both financial and non-financial stakeholders. If you are a proactive and results-driven professional with a passion for finance and accounting, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
Responsibilities
Text copied to clipboard!- Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
- Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts.
- Support the budgeting and forecasting processes.
- Ensure compliance with GAAP and other regulatory requirements.
- Assist in the development and implementation of internal controls and financial policies.
- Coordinate and support external audits.
- Prepare and analyze financial reports and statements.
- Assist in the management of accounts payable and receivable functions.
- Monitor and analyze financial performance and variances.
- Support the Controller in various financial projects and initiatives.
- Assist in the preparation of tax filings and other regulatory reports.
- Manage and maintain fixed asset records.
- Assist in the preparation of cash flow forecasts.
- Support the month-end and year-end close processes.
- Collaborate with other departments to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.
- Provide financial analysis and support for business decisions.
- Assist in the preparation of financial presentations for senior management.
- Ensure accurate and timely processing of financial transactions.
- Maintain and update accounting policies and procedures.
- Assist in the training and development of junior accounting staff.
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
- CPA or CMA certification preferred.
- 3-5 years of experience in accounting or finance.
- Strong knowledge of GAAP and other regulatory requirements.
- Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
- Experience with financial statement preparation and analysis.
- Knowledge of budgeting and forecasting processes.
- Experience with internal controls and financial policies.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Experience with external audits and regulatory compliance.
- Ability to analyze financial data and provide insights.
- Strong ethical standards and integrity.
- Experience with tax filings and regulatory reports.
- Ability to train and mentor junior staff.
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- Can you describe your experience with financial statement preparation?
- How do you ensure compliance with GAAP and other regulatory requirements?
- Can you provide an example of a time when you identified and resolved a financial discrepancy?
- How do you prioritize and manage multiple tasks and deadlines?
- Can you describe your experience with budgeting and forecasting?
- How do you approach the development and implementation of internal controls?
- Can you provide an example of a financial analysis you conducted that influenced a business decision?
- How do you ensure accurate and timely financial reporting?
- Can you describe your experience with external audits?
- How do you stay current with changes in accounting standards and regulations?
- Can you describe a time when you had to communicate complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders?
- How do you handle high-pressure situations and tight deadlines?
- Can you describe your experience with accounts payable and receivable functions?
- How do you ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial data?
- Can you provide an example of a time when you improved a financial process or procedure?
- How do you approach training and mentoring junior staff?
- Can you describe your experience with tax filings and regulatory reports?
- How do you handle confidential and sensitive financial information?
- Can you describe a time when you had to collaborate with other departments to achieve a financial goal?
- How do you ensure the accuracy of cash flow forecasts?
