Assistant Corporate Controller

Ascend Elements; Westborough (MA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking an Assistant Corporate Controller to lead the accounting operations and monthly closing processes. This hybrid role combines strategic oversight with hands-on management, ensuring compliance with accounting principles and enhancing operational efficiency. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in accounting, a CPA designation, and proficiency in ERP systems like SAP. Join a forward-thinking company that is revolutionizing the lithium-ion battery industry while fostering a sustainable future. If you have a passion for finance and a commitment to excellence, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of relevant experience in accounting, including experience at a top 10 firm.
• Strong ERP systems background, particularly with SAP and reporting tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead and drive the monthly closing process and manage overall accounting operations.
• Establish and monitor internal controls to ensure compliance with accounting policies.

Skills

Accounting Principles

Financial Reporting

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Analytical Skills

Project Management

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA

MBA or MSA

Tools

SAP 4/HANA Cloud

SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC)

Concur

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

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Ascend Element is revolutionizing the production of lithium-ion battery materials by establishing a clean and sustainable supply chain using recycled feedstock. Its patented Hydro-to-Cathode technology directly synthesizes new cathode materials from spent lithium-ion cells more efficiently than traditional methods, resulting in reduced cost, improved performance, and lowered GHG emissions. The results are lower cost, better performance batteries with fewer discarded in landfill, a cleaner manufacturing process, and a truly sustainable closed-loop circular battery economy. Ascend Elements is taking the lithium-ion battery industry to a higher level.

The Assistant Corporate Controller reports to the Corporate Controller and will be responsible for leading and driving the monthly closing process and assisting the Controller with managing overall accounting operations of Ascend Elements, Inc. The Assistant Controller will direct and manage the organization’s expense side of its accounting function, including establishing and maintaining accounting principles, practices, and procedures, preparing financial statements, and reporting to senior management.

This is a hybrid position with an on-site component at our Westborough, MA offices.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Managing and improving monthly and other period end (monthly, quarterly and annual) accounting close cycles.
• Managing payables and related payment support with the Director of Treasury.
• Developing and mentoring junior staff.
• Creating entries and/or posting other key contributor’s entries within SAP 4/HANA Cloud.
• Managing T&E reimbursement process to ensure all required receipts support the requested reimbursement (Concur) and are timely reimbursed to the employees.
• Preparing/reviewing the appropriate account reconciliations on a monthly basis.
• Providing support for external audits and quarterly review procedures.
• Evaluating and ensuring compliance with accounting policies and procedures.
• Effectively communicating with all levels of the organization as necessary.
• Serving as a key member of the accounting and finance leadership team, maintaining in-depth relationships with each member, participating in key decisions with the team and providing leadership and expertise to local leadership in areas relating to accounting.
• Establishing and monitoring internal controls to ensure that accounting activities are in accordance with established legal, regulatory, US GAAP and company policies and procedures.
• Supporting new systems or project selections and implementing them from strategic finance and internal control perspectives.
• Protecting assets by establishing, monitoring, and enforcing internal controls.

Requirements/Qualifications/Education:

• 10+ years relevant experience to include top 10 firm.
• CPA required.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance preferred, advanced degrees such as an MBA or MSA are desired.
• Current solid ERP systems background (SAP), including reporting tools such as SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC) or similar, as well as Concur.
• Proficient in Word and Excel.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills.
• Willingness to establish and maintain effective working relationships across the organization.
• Team player with exceptional interpersonal skills suited to a fast-paced, value-driven culture.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to interact with employees and vendors in a professional manner.

Ascend Elements is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.