Assistant Controller

Manage and support day-to-day accounting activities, including Accounts Payable, Commissions, and Claims Billing functions Manage the GL Accounting team with month-end closing activities Produce company financial statements Support the Finance Controller with financial reporting, audits, budgeting, cost allocation, and internal controls Lead month-end closing and prepare internal monthly financial statements and packages Review journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and reports Work with the Commissions team to develop, analyze, and reconcile reports and statements Support Accounts Payable and Claims Billing functions as needed Train and mentor junior staff Assist with annual audit preparations Assist with system reviews for process and reporting improvements Lead the annual operating budget process with department heads Maintain detailed department-level budgets and supporting models Prepare monthly budget-to-actual variance analyses and identify key drivers and trends Partner with department leaders to review variances, validate explanations, and support corrective action Develop, document, and maintain cost allocation methodologies Ensure cost allocations are applied consistently and accurately Reconcile allocated costs to the general ledger and resolve discrepancies Periodically assess allocation methodologies Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Accounting Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license More than five years of progressive accounting experience Preferably experience in publicly traded companies and a multi-company environment Experience in budgeting, cost analysis, and cost allocation Experience leading month close Strong understanding of month-end close and meeting deadlines Ability to multitask and adapt to changing priorities Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail Advanced Excel skills, including complex formulas and financial models Solid understanding of general ledger accounting and expense structures Ability to communicate financial concepts to non-financial audiences Ability to work collaboratively across departments Highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines Must reside in one of the following states: Alabama, Arkansas, California, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Missouri, North Carolina, Nevada, Ohio, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, or Wisconsin Permanent U.S. work authorization required Employer sponsorship is not offered now or in the future Core Competencies Demonstrates expertise in managing accounting activities, including Accounts Payable, Commissions, and Claims Billing, while leading month-end closing processes and producing financial statements. Proficient in budgeting, cost allocation, and financial reporting, with strong analytical skills and advanced Excel capabilities. Highest-signal resume keywords Bachelor's Degree In Accounting Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Month-End Closing Leadership Advanced Excel Skills Budgeting And Cost Allocation Experience ATS Optimization Keywords Hard Skills General Ledger Accounting Financial Reporting Cost Analysis Journal Entry Review Balance Sheet Reconciliation Variance Analysis Financial Statement Preparation Cost Allocation Methodologies Audit Preparation Financial Modeling Soft Skills Analytical Skills Problem-Solving Skills Attention To Detail Communication Skills Organizational Skills Certifications & Qualifications Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Industry Keywords Publicly Traded Companies Multi-Company Environment Financial Statements Internal Controls Department-Level Budgets #J-18808-Ljbffr Jobtailor