Assistant Controller

dmg; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage day 1

401K match

Paid caregiver leave

Employee assistance program

Paid time off

Job summary

Divisions Maintenance Group is seeking an experienced Assistant Controller in Cincinnati, OH. You will lead the monthly close, maintain accounting policies in accordance with U.S. GAAP, and manage a 4–5 person accounting team with a strong emphasis on process improvement.

In this role you will coordinate external audits, prepare internal and external financial reporting, and partner with senior leadership to strengthen internal controls while supporting tax and ERP systems. CPA required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance is required.
• CPA active license is required.
• Public accounting experience is a strong plus.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and internal controls.

Responsibilities

• Lead the monthly financial statement close process and drive process improvements.
• Manage a corporate accounting team of 4–5 direct/indirect reports; hire, onboard, mentor.
• Coordinate external financial statement audit and prepare internal/external reporting.
• Maintain accounting policies in accordance with U.S. GAAP and support technical accounting matters.
• Safeguard and monitor cash; oversee the general ledger and subsystems.

Skills

Communication

Project management

Interpersonal skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA active license

Tools

Excel

Office suite

Oracle NetSuite

Job description

Title: Assistant Controller

Reports To: Corporate Controller, Chief Accounting Officer

Department: Accounting

Location: Cincinnati, OH

Position Status: Salary Exempt

About DMG:

Divisions Maintenance Group provides facility maintenance services to retail chains and distribution and fulfillment centers across the country.

We are leading the way with our technology, creating world class products that are revolutionizing the industry and fulfilling our brand promise of "Uninterrupted Peace of Mind."

DMG is a Certified Great Place to Work with a strong, inclusive culture and top notch benefits.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a motivated candidate for the role of Assistant Controller. This position will play a key role in leading a high performing corporate accounting organization. The position will have primary responsibility for the monthly financial statement close process, accounting policy, and technical accounting matters. The position will enjoy a high degree of visibility across the company and will regularly interact with the Chief Financial Officer, General Counsel, and other members of the executive team, as well as external auditors and other vendors. The ideal candidate has a continuous process improvement mindset and is ready to lead a high performing team.

What You'll Do:

• Lead the monthly financial statement close process. Identify and drive process improvement opportunities. Seek continuous improvement in the close process.
• Lead a high performing corporate accounting function of 4-5 direct and indirect reports. Drive and maintain appropriate staffing levels within the team. Hire for open positions and onboard new team members as needed. Develop and drive career progression and training plans for team members. Prioritize coaching and development of junior team members.
• Utilize strong critical thinking and problem solving skills to identify and timely resolve issues as they arise. Escalate issues as needed.
• Review manual journal entries and reconciliations.
• Coordinate the Company's external financial statement audit.
• Prepare internal and external financial reporting.
• Prepare and maintain accounting policies that are in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
• Prepare documentation and analysis of technical accounting matters, including new accounting standards.
• Drive compliance with accounting policies across the organization. Implement and maintain appropriate internal controls.
• Safeguard and monitor the Company's cash.
• Oversee the Company's general ledger system and related accounting sub-systems.
• Support tax reporting and compliance with the Company's tax service vendors.
• Coordinate with third party specialists and vendors as needed.
• Support and manage special projects as needed.

What You Need:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• Minimum 7 years of professional work experience in accounting. Public accounting experience is a strong plus.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) active license required.
• Act with integrity at all times.
• Attention to detail and ability to prioritize tasks to complete assignments on time under the pressure of deadlines.
• Demonstrated management skills with ability to effectively motivate and mentor a high performing team.
• Strong process focus with demonstrated continuous improvement mentality.
• Strong written and verbal communication, project management and interpersonal skills.
• Highly analytical and detail oriented, with an inquisitive ability for problem solving.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP.
• Experience with internal controls.
• SaaS platform experience is a plus.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
• Experience with Oracle NetSuite is a plus.
• Ability to manage the stress of a fast paced environment.
• Ability to meet the in person requirements of the team and or business needs.

What You'll Get:

At DMG, you'll be part of an amazing team that encourages learning, growth, and advancement. Our company has an entrepreneurial spirit that rewards self starters and encourages employees to take charge of their own careers.

Some of our many benefits include:

• Health, dental and vision coverage on day 1.
• Dollar for dollar 401K match up to 4% of salary with immediate 100% vesting.
• Paid Primary and Secondary Caregiver leave.
• Employee Assistance Program to assist with everyday challenges.
• Paid time off to volunteer.

Divisions Maintenance Group is an equal opportunity employer.