Assistant Controller: Financial Controls Lead

nsrg; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential

Generous PTO

Insurance package

401K match

Job summary

North Star Resource Group is seeking an Assistant Controller to oversee the accounting department and assist with financial operations. This role focuses on internal controls, staff supervision, and liaison between advisors and the accounting team.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in accounting (CPA preferred), 3–5 years in accounting/financial services, and strong Excel skills with experience in ERP systems (Great Plains, Business Central) and QuickBooks.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting; CPA preferred.
• 3-5 years experience in accounting, financials, and financial services preferred.
• Previous experience supervising accounting staff preferred.
• Strong experience with ERP systems (Great Plains, Business Central) and QuickBooks.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy; confidentiality required.
• Excellent Microsoft Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accounting department and internal auditing.
• Supervise, train and mentor accounting dept staff.
• Serve as a liaison between advisors and the accounting team.
• Oversee/handle accounts payable and receivable workflows.
• Test and maintain internal financial controls.
• Oversee team member benefits administration.
• Oversee advisor commissions process.
• Reconcile complex bank and general ledger accounts.
• Assist with tax preparation and filings.
• Assist with managing client/vendor relationships (office supplies, rent, etc).

Skills

Excel skills

Attention to detail

Customer service

Problem solving

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

Tools

Great Plains

Business Central

QuickBooks

Job description

North Star Resource Group is seeking an Assistant Controller to oversee the accounting department and assist with financial operations. This role focuses on internal controls, staff supervision, and liaison between advisors and the accounting team.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in accounting (CPA preferred), 3–5 years in accounting/financial services, and strong Excel skills with experience in ERP systems (Great Plains, Business Central) and QuickBooks.