Assistant Controller

Pennhills Resources; Helsinki; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Pennhills Resources is seeking an Assistant Controller to support the Controller in preparing financial statements and managing accounting duties within the organization’s accounting department.

The role emphasizes GAAP-compliant reporting, audits coordination, journal entries, and oversight of daily accounting functions, with involvement in tax, budgeting, and internal controls.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree majoring in Accounting.
• 5-7 years of experience in the Accounting profession.
• Experience with preparing financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office.
• Experience in public accounting a plus.
• CPA strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• The preparation of monthly internal company financial statements in accordance with GAAP, including the preparation of the balance sheet, income statement, statement of cash flows, etc.

Skills

GAAP

Financial reporting

Microsoft Excel

Public accounting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Job description

Summary:

The Assistant Controller will assist the Controller with the preparation of financial statements and other key responsibilities within the company’s accounting department.

Qualifications

1. Bachelor’s degree majoring in Accounting
2. 5-7 years of experience in the Accounting profession
3. Experience with preparing financial statements in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
4. Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office
5. Experience in public accounting a plus
6. CPA strongly preferred

Physical Requirements:

1. General office setting
2. Ability to have fine manual dexterity
3. Lifting up to 25#

*Ability to work hours which align with job assignments

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• The preparation of monthly internal company financial statements in accordance with GAAP, including the preparation of the balance sheet, income statement, statement of cash flows, etc.
• Management of internal and external audits and related compliance matters.
• Monthly accounting and general ledger maintenance including the preparation and review of journal entries and general ledger account reconciliations.
• Oversight of company’s daily accounting functions and staff, including accounts payables and receivables.
• Assistance with tax compliance and reporting processes, including the preparation of estimates and required filings.
• Assistance in the preparation of the company’s annual budget.
• Monitoring of established internal controls and proper compliance with accounting principles.
• Assistance in the recruitment and hiring of personnel for the accounting department.

NOTE: The preceding examples are representative of the assignments performed by this position and are not intended to be all-inclusive. Other duties may be assigned as needed.