Assistant Controller

Venteon; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Venteon Finance is seeking an experienced Assistant Controller for a leading retail company located in the metro Detroit area. This position will manage the daily operations of the Accounting department and provide analytical expertise and participate in other accounting projects as assigned.

The role will lead Financial Reporting/Analysis, AR/AP, Fixed Assets, and internal audits, ensuring GAAP compliance and timely closing.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in a leadership role in accounting.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP.
• Expert in developing and maintaining accounting procedures and controls.
• Experience with ERP systems, data mining, modeling and analysis.
• Able to wear many hats and prioritize workflow according to demands.
• Strong leadership, attention to detail, confidentiality, and decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Lead Financial Reporting/Analysis, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Fixed Assets, Internal Store Audit functions.
• Set priorities for the department and guide processes using technical accounting expertise.
• Prepare accurate financial statements and reports in accordance with GAAP.
• Prepare monthly income statement/balance sheet variance analysis and reconciliations and record closing entries.
• Prepare accurate monthly, quarterly and annual management reports.
• Assist CAO with income tax work papers and disbursements for several companies.
• Oversee day-to-day accounts payable to ensure timely compliance.
• Lead initiative to update accounting policies, internal controls and procedures.

Skills

Leadership

GAAP knowledge

Analytical thinking

Data mining

Education

Degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

ERP Systems

Job description

7 plus years of progressive accountingexperience with managerial experience

Venteon Finance is currently seeking an experienced Assistant Controller for a leading retail company located in the metro Detroit area. This position will manage the daily operations of the Accounting department and provides analytical expertise and participates in other accounting projects as assigned.

Requirements of the Assistant Controller

• Degree in Accounting or Finance with
• 7 plus years of experience in a leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP.
• Expert in developing and maintaining accounting procedures and accounting controls.
• Able to wear many hats and prioritize workflow according to demands.
• Strong leadership skills; Attention to detail, ability to collect and analyze information, problem-solve, confidentiality, and make decisions.
• Experience with ERP Systems, data mining, modeling and analysis.

Responsibilities of the Assistant Controller

• Responsible for leading the following accounting operation functions: Financial Reporting/Analysis, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Fixed Assets, Internal Store Audit functions
• Set priorities for the department and guide process using technical accounting expertise.
• Prepare accurate financial statement and reports in accordance with GAAP.
• Prepare monthly Income Statement/Balance Sheet variance analysis and reconciliations and record necessary closing entries accurately and timely.
• Prepare accurate monthly, quarterly and annual management reports.
• Assist CAO with income tax work papers and disbursements for several companies.
• Actively provide hands on day-to-day oversight for timely compliance of the high-volume accounts payable function.
• Lead initiative to update all written accounting policies, internal controls and procedures.