Assistant Controller
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Assistant Controller to join our corporate team. As the Assistant Controller, you will be responsible for maintaining the financial records and ensuring the accuracy of financial statements. You will be working closely with the Director of Accounting & Controller and other members of the finance team to provide timely and accurate financial information to senior management.
To work in this role, candidates must either be located in Mobile, AL, or able to commit to regular travel to work in the Mobile, AL, office on a monthly basis.
Responsibilities:
- Prepare and review journal entries for accuracy and completeness in accordance with GAAP
- Perform timely monthly closing and assist in preparation of financial statements
- Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts including accrual preparation
- Prepare monthly narrative analysis of significant financial variances to budget and forecast.
- Provide relevant information and reporting to external firms in order to meet bank, tax and financial reporting deadlines.
- Evaluate, improve and maintain accounting policy/ internal control procedures
- Manage accounting team members
- Collaborate with FP&A and assist with budgeting and forecasting
- Build positive working relationships with multiple levels of employee and management.
- Assist with annual financial statement audit
- Manage annual general liability and property insurance renewal
- Assist with ad hoc projects as needed including acquisition integration
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in finance or accounting
- 7+ years of experience in accounting or finance
- Advanced Excel skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting requirements
- Experience with ERP systems and accounting software, JD Edwards and QuickBooks preferred
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite Excel
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and deadlines
- Detail-oriented and organized
- Willingness to travel 25-30%
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Experience level:
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Supplemental pay types:
Application Question(s):
- Are you able to work on site in Mobile, AL, several weeks at the beginning of employment and at least 1 week a month thereafter?
- Please detail your experience with JD Edwards E1 ERP or similar system, including any integrations you have worked with from one ERP to another.
Experience:
- Accounting or Finance: 7 years (Preferred)
- GAAP and Financial Reporting Requirements: 7 years (Preferred)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Mobile, AL 36693