Assistant Controller

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Burnsville, Northern (MN, KY); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and welfare benefits

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Disability and life insurance

Job summary

Keenfinity is seeking an Assistant Controller to partner with the Regional Controller and drive accurate financial reporting across the business unit. You will support close processes, strengthen controls, and identify process improvements to enhance the finance function.

The role offers exposure to multiple accounting areas, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and cash management, with opportunities for growth toward broader finance leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 4+ years of progressive accounting experience, including month-end close, account reconciliations, journal entries, and financial reporting.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP/IFRS and financial reporting standards.
• Experience with ERP/accounting software, such as SAP; CPA, CMA, or progress toward certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and execute month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities, including journal entries, account analysis, and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Review and analyze general ledger activity to ensure accounts are accurate, supported, and complete.
• Assist with the preparation and analysis of monthly financial statements, management reports, and reporting deliverables.
• Investigate accounting discrepancies, unusual variances, and reconciling items to ensure timely and accurate resolution.

Skills

GAAP/IFRS knowledge

Advanced Excel

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Independent work

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance/Business Administration

CPA/CMA or progress toward certification preferred

Tools

SAP

Job description

TheAudio BusinessDivision ofElectro-VoiceDynacordLLCis headquartered in Burnsville, Minnesota. Our product segments include Critical Communications Systems, Pro Sound, and Public Address & Conferencing. With our premium brands:Dynacord, Electro-Voice,RTSand Telex, we are committed to delivering innovative solutions that shape the future of sound.

At KEENFINITY, we are a globally leading provider of innovative and professional security and communication solutions. With over 4,200 employees in over 50 countries worldwide, our ambition is clear: we offer more than just technology – we secure, connect, and amplify the moments that matter in life.

Next to our passion for technology we’re very passionate about our work environment. Based on values such as trust, appreciation, and accountability we all work together to shape the future – boldly, customer-focused and with a strong team spirit.

Job Description

The Assistant Controller will be a key member of the finance team, partnering closely with the Regional Controller to drive accurate, timely, and high-quality accounting and financial reporting across the business unit. This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious accounting professional to expand their expertise, gain broad exposure to the business, and build a strong foundation for future financial leadership.

In this role, you’ll have a direct impact on the integrity of the company’s financial reporting—supporting critical close and reporting activities, strengthening accounting controls, and ensuring financial information is accurate, reliable, and compliant. You’ll also have the opportunity to identify improvements, solve problems, and contribute to initiatives that enhance the effectiveness of the finance function.

What You’ll Do

• Prepare and execute key month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities, including journal entries, account analysis, and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Review and analyze general ledger activity to ensure account balances are accurate, supported, and complete.
• Assist with the preparation and analysis of monthly financial statements, management reports, and reporting deliverables.
• Investigate accounting discrepancies, unusual variances, and reconciling items to ensure timely and accurate resolution.

Accounting Operations

• Partner with the BPO team to execute accounting activities, resolve issues, and ensure timely completion of month-end close deliverables.
• Support key accounting processes, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and cash management activities.
• Maintain accurate financial records, supporting documentation, and audit-ready accounting processes.

Compliance & Controls

• Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards, including GAAP/IFRS, and support accurate and timely financial reporting.
• Support external audits by preparing audit-ready reconciliations, supporting documentation, and responses to auditor inquiries.
• Assist with the preparation of statutory, tax, and regulatory reporting requirements.
• Help maintain and strengthen internal controls, accounting procedures, and supporting documentation to promote accuracy, consistency, and compliance.

Process Improvements & Special Projects

• Document accounting processes, methodologies, and key controls to promote consistency, accuracy, and audit readiness.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, reporting, documentation, and internal controls, and help drive implementation of solutions.
• Assist the Financial Controller with financial analysis, special projects, and other initiatives that support the evolving needs of the business.

Qualifications

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 4+ years of progressive accounting experience, including month-end close, account reconciliations, journal entries, and financial reporting.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP/IFRS and financial reporting standards.
• Public accounting, external audit, is preferred.
• Experience with ERP/accounting software, such as SAP.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• CPA, CMA, or progress toward a professional accounting certification is preferred.

Core Competencies

• Strong analytical and numerical skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to manage priorities and meet tight reporting deadlines.
• Effective communication and stakeholder-management skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with the broader finance team.

Why This Role

This is an opportunity for an accounting professional to take on meaningful responsibility within a business unit, gain broad exposure across accounting and financial reporting, and contribute to process and control improvements. The role is well suited for someone who is proactive, curious, and motivated to continue developing toward a broader finance leadership position.

Additional Information

The U.S. base salary range for this full-time position is $95,000-$110,000 annually. Within the range, individual pay is determined based on several factors, including, but not limited to, work experience and job knowledge, complexity of the role, job location, etc.

In addition to base salary, full-time employees are eligible to participate in Keenfinity Group's (US) Health and Welfare Benefit Plans—including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance—as well as the company’s 401(k) plan, subject to the terms and conditions of the respective plan documents. Full-time employees are eligible to participate in Keenfinity Group’s paid time off and sick leave programs in accordance with applicable policies.

• Reasonable accommodations may be made, to the extent they do not pose an undue hardship, to enable qualified individuals with covered disabilities to perform essential functions.
• Indefinite U.S. work authorized individuals only. Future sponsorship for work authorization is not available.
• All of your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

At Keenfinity we don’t just build innovative solutions — we shape a smarter, more connected world through technology.We value different backgrounds, ideas, and experiences and we’re committed to growing, learning, and celebrating success as one team. Everyone is welcome here — we foster an environment where everyone is respected, valued, and encouraged to be their authentic self.

Keenfinity is an equal opportunity employer, offering equal opportunities for all. We welcome applications from people with disabilities and can offer support, if needed. When everyone has a chance to contribute, we all do better.