Assistant Controller

LHH; New York (NY); On-site; USD 130,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Finance Support Specialist, where you will provide comprehensive support to senior finance leaders. This role involves ensuring compliance with accounting principles and internal controls while preparing financial statements and overseeing corporate processes. Your analytical skills will be vital in collaborating with department managers to develop budgets and forecasts. With a focus on accuracy and efficiency, you'll play a crucial role in financial audits and reporting. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment, where your contributions will shape the company's financial success.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Disability insurance

Paid maternity leave

Paid paternity leave

Student loan assistance

Tuition assistance

Qualifications

• Experience in preparing financial statements and reports.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and oversee financial statements and reporting packages.
• Manage corporate processes related to cash transactions and accounts.

Skills

Financial Reporting

Budget Preparation

Taxation

Financial Planning and Analysis

GAAP Compliance

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Finance or Accounting

Master's Degree in Finance or Accounting

Tools

Accounting Software

Excel

Job description

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Job Summary:

The Finance Support Specialist will provide comprehensive support to the Controller and Chief Accounting Officer (CAO) in all areas of finance, including corporate reporting, financial planning and analysis, taxation, and budget preparation/forecasting. This role ensures that company accounting procedures conform to generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and that internal policies and controls are adhered to.

Primary Responsibilities and Duties:

• Prepare financial statements and both internal and external reporting packages.
• Oversee corporate and field monthly closing processes and ensure deadlines are met.
• Supervise general ledger reconciliations to ensure accuracy and resolve discrepancies efficiently.
• Supervise and prepare journal entries, including tax and allocation entries.
• Review and prepare foreign currency transaction/translation entries.
• Oversee related party transactions, including intercompany, intracompany, investment in subsidiaries/joint ventures, and eliminations.
• Manage corporate processes related to cash transactions, accounts receivable, prepaids, fixed assets, equity, accounts payable, accruals, and deferred tax accounts.
• Substantiate and review new supplier/vendor/service provider setup documents.
• Substantiate and review expenditures and expense reports for accuracy.
• Manage and assist with financial audits.
• Assist with the preparation of financial analyses, outlooks, and forecasts.
• Collaborate with corporate department managers and staff to develop budgets and business plans.
• Manage accounting procedures and ensure compliance with internal controls, including company policies, GAAP, and Sarbanes-Oxley.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal budgetary reporting requirements.
• Audit workflow to ensure that all accounting transactions are appropriately authorized.
• Prepare internal reports and work on special projects as requested.
• Assist with hiring, training, and managing staff.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing

• Industries

  Civil Engineering and Construction

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Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Disability insurance

Paid maternity leave

Paid paternity leave

Student loan assistance

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