Accounting Manager

Vytl Controls Group; Houston, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Vytl Controls Group in Houston, TX, is seeking an experienced Assistant Controller to support the corporate controller in preparing and reporting financial statements in accordance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements.

You will lead the accounting team, oversee daily activities, and drive process improvements while ensuring accurate month-end close, budget and forecasting, and timely audits. CPA preferred; MS Excel and D365 experience are valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Tax, Audit, or Finance required.
• 7-10 years of Accounting related experience required.
• CPA certification preferred.
• Proficiency in MS Excel.
• D365 Experience Preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the controller with the oversight of all accounting functions.
• Manage and oversee daily team activities.
• Develop and train Accounting team.
• Present various accounting reports to top management and make observations and recommendations.
• Manage operational data and maintain data accuracy and integrity.
• Monitor and analyze accounting data and produce financial reports or statements.
• Establish and enforce proper accounting methods, policies and principles.
• Develop system controls for data integrity.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Detail oriented

Organizational skills

Travels as needed

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance/Tax/Audit

CPA certification preferred

Tools

MS Excel

D365

Job description

Summary:

Works under the guidance of and assists the corporate controller in preparing and reporting financial statements conforming to principles of accounting and regulatory requirements. Ensure that the prepared financial statements are in accordance with the management instructions.

Responsibilities:

• Assist the controller with the oversight of all accounting functions
• Manage and oversee daily team activities
• Develop and train Accounting team
• Present various accounting reports to top management and make suitable observations and recommendations.
• Manage operational data and maintain data accuracy and integrity
• Monitor and analyze accounting data and produce financial reports or statements
• Establish and enforce proper accounting methods, policies and principles
• Develop system controls for ensuring data integrity
• Improve systems and procedures andinitiatecorrective actions when necessary
• Assist with walkthroughs of key business processes and ensure that documentation of those processes are kept up to date
• Prepare and/or review account reconciliations, journal entries and analysis
• Ensure accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and year end closing
• Support budget and forecasting activities
• Work directly with other departments/locations to provide monthly actuals vs. budgeted spend analysis and review P&L transactions with department heads for accuracy
• Coordinate and complete annual audits
• Drive continuous improvement within the accounting department
• Assist with preparation and completion of tax returns and other tax obligations as needed
• Conform with and abide by all regulations, policies, work procedures and instructions
• Assist with special projects as needed

Positional Requirements & Qualifications:

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Tax, Audit, or Finance required
• 7-10 years of Accounting related experience required
• CPA certification preferred
• Proficiency in MS Excel
• D365 Experience Preferred

Skills & Abilities

• Possess good interpersonal and communication skills
• Be very detailed orientated
• Must be good at organizing and time management
• Must be able to travel and have a clear driving record in accordance with the company’s driving guidelines
• Clear background check and drug/alcohol screening

Essential Physical Functions:

• Travel: less than 5%
• Lifting up to 20 pounds
• Bending, stooping, walking

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The Company reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet business and organizational needs as necessary.