Assistant Controller

Divert; Concord (AL); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Vision and Dental benefits

Life Insurance

Safe harbor 401(k)

Paid Time Off

Opportunities for Advancement

Job summary

Divert is seeking an Assistant Controller to safeguard accounting information, lead a reporting team, and ensure timely SEC filings. The role emphasizes GAAP, SOX controls, and accurate close processes across quarterly and annual reports.

The ideal candidate has CPA credentials, 8+ years in accounting with 3+ in supervision, and strong communication and leadership abilities. Hybrid work with some travel supports a dynamic growth environment.

Qualifications

• CPA required.
• 8+ years of accounting experience with at least 3 years in a supervisory or managerial role.
• Experience with U.S. GAAP and SEC reporting.
• Strong knowledge of SOX/internal controls and auditing.
• Experience with ERP systems; Microsoft Dynamics preferred; ERP implementation a plus.
• Proven ability to lead, mentor and develop staff.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to prepare daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual reports.

Responsibilities

• Oversee internal and external financial reporting activities and quarterly/annual filings.
• Assist with SEC filings (10-Q, 10-K) and related disclosures.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, SEC rules, and company policies.
• Consolidate entries and accounts for financial statements.
• Advise management on reporting trends and changes; recommend approaches.
• Prepare data for audits and support for external auditors.
• Maintain internal controls over financial reporting (SOX).
• Support close processes and updates to accounting policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with Controller on transactions, reporting and procedures.
• Document and update SOX 404 processes; mentor reporting staff.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical

Project management

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics

ERP implementation

Job description

About Divert

Divert is a circular economy company on a mission to prevent food from being wasted through nationwide infrastructure and innovative technologies. Founded in 2007, the company provides an end-to-end solution that leverages data to prevent waste, facilitates edible food recovery to provide to people in need, and transforms unsold food products into renewable energy to power communities. Through this integrated approach to reducing wasted food – Prevent, Provide, Power – Divert works with customers across the U.S. to reduce wasted food and positively impact people and the environment.

What you’ll do:

The Assistant Controller ensures the integrity of accounting information by reviewing, recording, verifying, consolidating, and entering transactions. They will play a critical role in ensuring accurate and timely preparation and filing of the company's financial reports with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).

Location

This role can be remote or hybrid and able to spend time in office in Columbus, OH or Concord, MA. Remote may require some travel (minimal).

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for internal and external financial reporting activities, including assistance in the preparation of quarterly and annual financial reports, and account reconciliation and analysis
• Assisting with the preparation of quarterly and annual reports on public filings (10-Q, 10-K and other SEC filings) and managing internal and external reviews for these documents.
• Ensures that reports, filings and documentation comply with company's regulations, professional standards, and SEC and GAAP reporting guidelines. Responsibilities include the preparation of footnote disclosures and Management’s Discussion & Analysis and tie-out of financial statements and disclosures.
• Confirms that entries, transactions, and accounts are accurately and properly consolidated and are included in internal and external financial statements.
• Advises management of trends and changes in reporting requirements and recommends best approach for any changes in reporting.
• Prepare data and other supporting information requests as needed for internal and external audits.
• Ensure internal controls over financial reporting are designed and operating effectively.
• Responsible for preparing and/or reviewing schedules, journal entries, and reconciliations as it relates to technical areas as well as assisting with the close and monthly finance review processes.
• Assist with preparation and updates of accounting policies and procedures as necessary.
• Provide support to the Controller as it relates to transactions, reporting, and procedures.
• Assisting in the documentation and updating of department Sarbanes-Oxley 404 processes.
• Serve as a liaison with or oversee the work of external auditors.
• Assist in the preparation of materials for board, stakeholders, and lenders.
• Assist in the evaluation of significant and complex accounting transactions, research and implementation of relevant accounting technical standards, and preparation of technical accounting memos supporting all accounting positions.
• Review work and conduct goal setting, performance evaluations and career development discussions for the reporting team as necessary.

What we’re looking for:

• At least 8 years of experience in accounting, with a minimum of 3 years in a supervisory or managerial role.
• CPA required
• Ability to accurately prepare daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual reports.
• Experience in U.S. GAAP and SEC reporting rules and regulations.
• Strong understanding of SOX, internal controls, auditing practices and principles and best practices in corporate governance.
• Experience with major ERP systems and automation tools is required. Microsoft Dynamics ERP system preferred. Experience with ERP implementation is a plus.
• Seeks out ways to improve current processes and procedures.
• Positive can-do attitude and demonstrates good judgment.
• Strong analytical, problem solving, organizational & project management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong leadership and influencing skills, including the ability to work collaboratively and effectively with leaders and employees at all levels in the organization.
• Proven ability to manage, mentor and develop staff.
• Previous experience in a fast-paced growth environment.

What’s in it for you?

• Compensation: $140,000-160,000 / Year + bonus potential
• Health, Vision and Dental Benefits (effective the first of the month following your date of hire!)
• Life Insurance
• Safe harbor 401(k) plan
• Paid Time Off
• Opportunities for Advancement with a Rapidly Growing, Mission-Driven Organization

Divert Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If you need assistance or accommodation, please contact the Divert Recruiting Team, [e-mail]