Assistant Controller Position

Mercedes Benz of Little Rock; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 75,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercedes-Benz of Little Rock is seeking an Assistant Controller to assist in preparing statements under the supervision of a controller. This role focuses on identifying discrepancies and helping set up internal controls.

You will support accounting processes such as billing, tax forms, reporting, and monthly closes, and assist in budgets, audits, and data integrity across the dealership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required or equivalent experience.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple projects.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare statements following accounting guidelines under supervision of a controller.
• Identify discrepancies and help set up internal controls.
• Support accounting processes including billing, tax forms, and reporting.

Skills

Reading comprehension

Written communication

Presentation skills

Report writing

Interpersonal skills

Regulatory understanding

Time management

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Accounting IT System

Job description

Job Summary:

The Assistant Controller assists in preparing statements that follow all regulatory and accounting guidelines under the supervision of a controller. This position is responsible for identifying and preventing discrepancies and helping set up control systems.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Contributes to keep the accounting and financial processes of the company up to standard and ensure accurate financial reporting and control.
• Supports most aspects of accounting management (billing, tax forms, reporting etc.)
• Assists in the formulation of internal controls and policies to comply with legislation and established best practices.
• Assists in the preparation of financial statements in compliance with official guidelines and requirements.
• Manages journal entries, invoices etc. and reconcile accounts for the monthly or annual closing.
• Assists in the preparation of budgets or forecasts.
• Participates in preparation for the annual audit.
• Helps in development of reports for management or regulatory bodies.
• Reviews the company’s accounting information to identify and resolve inaccuracies or imbalances.
• Utilizes accounting IT system to facilitate processes and maintain records.
• Continually strives to improve data integrity and information reporting throughout the dealership.
• Attends managers meetings.
• Complies with company policies and procedures.
• Performs other job-related duties and responsibilities as may be assigned from time to time.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to write simple correspondence.
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients and other employees of the organization.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of an organization.
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures or governmental regulations.
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence and procedure manuals.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers and the general public.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents.
• Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.
• Ability to write speeches and articles for publication that conform to prescribed style and format.
• Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors.
• Maintain professional appearance in accordance with the employee handbook.
• Maintain a clean and professional work environment.
• Arrive to work on time and work required shifts.
• Follow instructions from the supervisor.
• Interact effectively with coworkers.
• Receive feedback from the supervisor in a positive manner.
• Highly organized with great time-management skills

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree (B.A.) from four-year college or university; or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and challenging environment while handling multiple projects.
• Excellent communication, administrative, organizational and computer skills.
• Understand the importance of and maintain confidentiality.
• Understand and follow work rules, policies, and procedures.
• Basic computer skills.
• Positive, friendly attitude along with a customer service mentality.
• Ability to work well with coworkers.

Physical Requirements: Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Must be able to sit for long periods of time.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 10 pounds at a time.
• Must have good close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

The company reserves the right to review and change responsibilities, job duties, and/or skills at any time, with or without notice. This job description is not intended to maintain a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and/or skills required for this job. Your employment is “At Will”, which means you may be terminated at any time and for any reason, with or without advance notice. Employees are also free to quit at any time. Therefore, this job description is not a contract of employment. The company is an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all qualified persons regardless of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military status, genetic information or any other category protected by federal, state, and local laws.