Assistant Controller

Ledgent Finance & Accounting; Florida; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Ledgent Finance & Accounting in Florida seeks an Assistant Controller to supervise the accounting team, ensure GAAP and SOX compliance, and deliver accurate financials on a timely basis.

You will oversee payroll, bank reconciliations, month-end close, journal entries, internal controls, and collaboration with tax, auditors, and other departments.

Requirements include a bachelor’s degree and 5+ years in accounting with supervisory experience; CPA is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting required.
• 5+ years accounting experience with at least 1-2 years in supervisory capacity.
• Operational knowledge of GAAP & SOX requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide supervision for the Accounting team to ensure accuracy and timeliness in GAAP-compliant reporting.
• Review department information and provide assistance as needed.
• Issue invoices, MSOs, warranty papers, etc.
• Perform bank reconciliations and post cash receipts.
• Oversee payroll, reviews, approvals, and tax withholdings.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Job description

Assistant Controller Key Responsibilities

• Provide appropriate supervision for the Accounting team ensuring accuracy and timeliness while ensuring GAAP-compliance.
• Review the following information developed within the department and provide assistance as required.
• Issuance of the invoices, MSO's, warranty papers, etc.
• Bank Reconciliation and appropriate posting of cash receipts.
• Payroll oversight, review & approval; including filing/payment of appropriate taxes/withholdings.
• Partner with corporate tax department for analysis, audits and other reporting requirement.
• Income tax information for corporation.
• Fixed asset ledger and AFE's.
• Accounts Payable review, approval, & bank approval(s).
• Prepare and review monthly journal entries and account reconciliations.
• Construct & Implement internal controls conducting regular audits to ensure adherence and effectiveness.
• Oversee process improvement focusing on standardizing and streamlining processes while instituting SOPs.
• Assist in the preparation of the Annual Operating Plan.
• Provide assistance to internal and external auditors when necessary.
• Reconcile the office payroll.
• Provide direction and guidance to finance staff for professional and career development.
• Coordinate control and documentation of international credit instruments (L/C's, drafts, wire transfers, etc.) as well as back-up for international bid and performance bond preparation.
• Perform other duties, assignments, and special projects as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

• Education: Bachelor's degree
• Experience: 5+ years accounting experience with a minimum of 1-2 years in supervisory capacity
• Operational knowledge of GAAP & SOX requirements
• Excellent communication skills driving results while fostering team cohesion.

Preferred Requirements

• Licensure: CPA
• Soft Skills: Critical thinker, innovative, inspirational, self-starter, team player, change agent

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.