Assistant Controller

Security Finance; Spartanburg (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Security Finance in Spartanburg, SC is seeking an experienced Controller to lead the financial accounting and branch accounting functions, ensuring GAAP compliance, accurate month-end closes, and timely internal and external reporting.

The ideal candidate has 5 years in public accounting or 3 years as an assistant controller or controller, CPA or a Bachelor’s in Accounting, and strong Excel/Word skills with a proven ability to manage people and projects.

Qualifications

• 5 years of public accounting experience OR 3 years as an assistant controller or controller.
• Extensive knowledge of GAAP and financial management.
• Experience with computerized accounting systems.
• Proven ability to manage others.
• Proven ability to organize and manage projects.
• Proficient in Excel and Word.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial accounting and branch accounting departments.
• Review and approve AP invoices for Home Office and Corporate offices.
• Ensure accuracy and timeliness of closings and audits (GAAP).
• Manage the month-end closing process.
• Review journal entries for Home Office and Security Group, Inc.
• Research accounting guidance and draw conclusions.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Accounting software

Excel/Word

People management

Project management

Education

CPA Certificate

Bachelor's in Accounting

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Description

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Supports the controller by developing, directing, and managing the financial accounting and branch accounting departments
• Reviews and approves accounts payable invoices for the Home Office and Corporate offices to ensure that the expenditure is proper, approved, and coded correctly
• Ensures accuracy, propriety, and completeness of monthly, quarterly, and year-end closings and audits, in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Company policies and procedures
• Manages the month-end closing process
• Reviews journal entries for Home Office and Security Group, Inc.
• Stays current on accounting guidance and is able to research and draw conclusions
• Ensures timely and accurate internal and external reporting of all financial data, financial statements, various state accounting reports, monthly and year-end accounting schedules
• Ensures that branch accounts are reconciled to the general ledger on a monthly basis
• Oversees administration of the employee savings plan and verifies accuracy of interest rate calculations and adherence to plan rules
• Evaluates departmental policies and procedures, operational controls and standards, implementing changes as needed
• Oversees the consolidation of foreign subsidiaries and foreign currency conversion
• Reviews monthly borrowing base and covenant calculations and reports
• Develops, implements, and maintains procedures to improve workflow efficiencies and internal controls
• Prompt and regular attendance is required

Job Requirements:

• 5 years of experience in public accounting OR 3 years as an assistant controller or controller
• Extensive knowledge of principles, practices and theories of accounting (GAAP) and financial management
• Experience with computerized accounting systems
• Proven ability to manage others
• Proven ability to organize and manage projects
• Computer literate with excellent Excel and Word skills

Physical Requirements:

This is an office position that consistently operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer. Requires the ability to communicate verbally and in writing.

Educational Requirements:

CPA Certificate with public accounting experience OR

Bachelors of Accounting degree and related experience in an assistant controller or controller position

Preferred

3 years:

Experience as an Assistant Controller or Controller

5 years:

Public Accounting

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