Summary
IFG US’s client is seeking an Assistant Controller for a fully remote opportunity!
Reporting to the VP & Controller, the Assistant Controller plays a crucial role in ensuring accuracy and efficiency in the day-to-day processes of the Accounting Operations team. In this position, you will play a key part in the growth and development of the Accounting Ops group by leading with integrity and purpose. The Assistant Controller works cross-departmentally to ensure proper alignment with policies and controls for financial reporting in accordance with US GAAP. This individual will oversee a team of managers and directors responsible for the functional areas of Accounting, Accounts Payable, Billing, Collections, and Credit.
Responsibilities:
- Leading the execution of the recurring financial month-end close process, including review of journal entries, reconciliations, reporting, and ensuring completion in an accurate and timely manner
- Leading technical accounting research, including all new and proposed accounting standards, and preparing technical accounting memos
- Partnering with the Controller and Accounting Manager on the year-end external audit
- Overseeing the preparation of US GAAP financial statements and footnotes and other external reporting deliverables
- Providing oversight and review of customer billing, accounts payable, collections, credit risk, treasury, and working capital management
- Identifying and implementing opportunities for process improvement and implementing change to increase efficiency, streamline workflow, and controls
- Partnering with the FP&A team to analyze actual financial results compared to annual budget and quarterly forecasts.
- Assisting with the initial implementation and ongoing maintenance of the Company’s system of internal controls.
- Maintaining and updating accounting policies and procedures in accordance with GAAP
- Providing quality coaching, leadership, and direction to a high-performing team
- Cultivating and promoting a culture of continued excellence through individual and team growth
- Acknowledging and embracing diversity of thought and opinion and approach with clients and vendors, regardless of background, culture, and organizational level. Specific examples include, but are not limited to:
- Engage Actively in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (IDEA)
- Pursue Continuous IDEA Development
- Cultivate an Inclusive Work Environment
Qualifications
- 10+ years of progressive roles with a mix of public experience plus industry, as well as 5 years of management experience
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in Accounting or Finance
- Active CPA license
- Expert financial analysis skills and a deep understanding of accounting concepts
- Broad-based operational experience covering all aspects of the monthly, quarterly, and annual close and internal and external audits
- Experience with integrated systems, including payroll, vendor management, and billing/accounts receivable
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a demonstrated ability to communicate and work effectively with multiple functional areas in a collaborative, team environment
- Ability to champion change by driving support for innovation and organizational changes needed to improve effectiveness and efficiency
Bonus Points
- Experience using NetSuite (preferred), Chrome River, and WDesk
- Global billing, payment, and tax experience
- SEC Reporting experience