Assistant Controller

Job Description

2 WEEK TEMP ASSIGNMENT Pay: $31.67/hourly Shift: 1st (8:00a-5:00p) Monday-Friday
The Assistant Controller manages the accounting function under the general direction of the Controller, including establishing and maintaining accounting principles, practices, and procedures. Provides oversight and coordination of operating reports and statutory filings, establishes and maintains financial controls, and manages a staff of accountants. Assists in setting strategic direction for the accounting department, aligning department goals to help achieve objectives. Responsibilities:

• Maintain a documented system of accounting policies and procedures; maintain accounting, tax and corporate files.
• Prepare quarterly consolidated financial statements, format standard monthly and quarterly financial reports and statements.
• Manage timely reporting and remittance of all sales tax, use tax, and other tax reporting requirements for all state jurisdictions.
• Streamline processing of cash receipts minimizing unapplied checks and credit memos.
• Work with AR/AP to ensure all past due invoices are settled.
• Prepare descriptive chart of accounts and publish and train staff for proper coding and use of chart of accounts.
• Oversee operation of the accounting department and achieving department goals and objectives.
• Ensure bank reconciliations are completed and review customer and vendor keys in the system.
• Prepare 1099 forms for our vendors.
• Establish requirements for new customer set-up coordinating with sales and planning departments.
• Coordinate Deloitte & Touché or other outside consultants for customer files to ensure Resale Exemption Certificates, IRS Form W-9 and other sales tax exemptions certificates are on file, and IRS audits, tax payments and federal and state returns, and any other tax needs.
• Preparation of the annual budgeting report, providing a system of management cost reports.
• Provide financial analyses as needed, for capital investments, pricing, decision and contract negotiations.
• Prepare monthly closing checklist and document the process.
• Manage and train accounting staff in monthly closing processes including inventory, sales reconciliations, payroll summaries, account analysis, preparation and adjustment of journal entries.
• Manage production of the annual budget and forecasts and operating metrics.
• Coordinate the provision of information to external auditors for the annual audit.
• Assist Treasurer with evaluation of corporate insurance overages, and premiums for annual renewal.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to multitask and maintain a professional and positive attitude.
• Good organizational, oral and written communication skills.
• Knowledge and experience with tax reporting, payroll tax reporting, and other reporting requirements of various state jurisdictions.
• Organizational and planning skills with a focus on details.
• A self-starter with customer service skills.
• Ability to work 8+ hours per day in a plant/office setting. Must be able to navigate all areas of the building and facility as needed. May occasionally lift and move up to 20 pounds in an office, customer or similar setting. Must be aware of surroundings.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365), including financial modules, reporting, reconciliations, and month-end close processes.

Qualifications:

• 4-year degree in accounting or finance.
• Previous accounting manager experience of at least 3 years.
• CPA or CPA candidate.
• Experience using Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365) or a comparable ERP system in a corporate accounting environment required
• Previous accounts payable and accounts receivable experience.
• Previous GAAP experience.
• Minimal travel is required.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel and Word).
• Regular and reliable attendance is required.

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