Assistant Controller

pennhillsresources; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn Hills Resources seeks an Assistant Controller to support the Controller in preparing financial statements and leading key accounting responsibilities. The role oversees monthly close, audit coordination, and control processes in a dynamic environment.

Qualified candidates will have a Bachelor’s in Accounting, 5–7 years of accounting experience, GAAP knowledge, and proficiency in MS Office. CPA strongly preferred and public accounting experience a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting is required.
• 5–7 years of accounting experience.
• Experience preparing financial statements under GAAP.
• Proficiency with MS Office.
• Public accounting experience is a plus.
• CPA is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly financial statements in accordance with GAAP (balance sheet, income statement, cash flows).
• Manage internal and external audits and related compliance matters.
• Maintain monthly GL and prepare journal entries and reconciliations.
• Oversee daily accounting functions including AP/AR and staff.
• Assist with tax compliance and reporting, including filings.
• Assist in annual budgeting process.
• Monitor internal controls and ensure accounting principles are followed.
• Assist in recruiting for the accounting department.

Skills

GAAP reporting

Accounting experience 5-7 years

CPA preferred

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Summary:

The Assistant Controller will assist the Controller with the preparation of financial statements and other key responsibilities within the company’s accounting department.

Qualifications

1. Bachelor’s degree majoring in Accounting
2. 5-7 years of experience in the Accounting profession
3. Experience with preparing financial statements in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
4. Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office
5. Experience in public accounting a plus
6. CPA strongly preferred

Physical Requirements

1. General office setting
2. Ability to have fine manual dexterity
3. Lifting up to 25#

*Ability to work hours which align with job assignments.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• The preparation of monthly internal company financial statements in accordance with GAAP, including the preparation of the balance sheet, income statement, statement of cash flows, etc.
• Management of internal and external audits and related compliance matters.
• Monthly accounting and general ledger maintenance including the preparation and review of journal entries and general ledger account reconciliations.
• Oversight of company’s daily accounting functions and staff, including accounts payables and receivables.
• Assistance with tax compliance and reporting processes, including the preparation of estimates and required filings.
• Assistance in the preparation of the company’s annual budget.
• Monitoring of established internal controls and proper compliance with accounting principles.
• Assistance in the recruitment and hiring of personnel for the accounting department.

NOTE: The preceding examples are representative of the assignments performed by this position and are not intended to be all-inclusive. Other duties may be assigned as needed.