Assistant Controller

Tidal Recruiting; Catonsville (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services firm based in Maryland seeks a detail-oriented finance professional to generate and analyze financial reports for senior management. Applicants should have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting and 3 to 5 years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include monitoring balance sheets, supporting the controller, and assisting with forecasts. Strong communication and analytical skills are essential for this role, which plays a critical part in the organization's financial health.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field required.
• 3 to 5 years of experience in accounting is necessary.
• Proficient in financial reporting and analysis.

Responsibilities

• Generate financial reports for senior leadership.
• Monitor and analyze balance sheets and accounts payable/receivable.
• Crosscheck payroll prior to processing.
• Aid senior management in forecasting business revenue.
• Support Controller in all financial matters.
• Monitor taxes and provide details for audits.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Technical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or relevant field

Job description

The ideal candidate will be comfortable generating frequent financial reports for senior management. They should track financial information in a well-organized manner and assist the Controller in all aspects related to finance at the organization. This candidate should be comfortable analyzing balance sheets in order to forecast revenue and keep track of accounts payable and receivable.

Responsibilities

• Generate financial reports for senior leadership
• Monitor and analyze balance sheets, accounts payable and accounts receivable
• Crosscheck payroll prior to processing
• Aid senior management in forecasting business revenue
• Support Controller in all financial matters of the organization
• Monitor taxes and provide details for audits

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or relevant field
• 3 - 5 years experience in accounting
• Strong technical, analytical, communication and presentation skills