Assistant Controller

DLC, an Addison Group Company, is adding talent to its Southern California-based team of Assistant Controller & Accounting Manager level Consultants! We are currently seeking experienced Assistant Controller & Accounting Managers who want to join a fantastic team of talented finance & accounting Consultants, tasked with supporting our clients in a wide range of interim and project-based Accounting needs all while in a full time, W2 position. DLC currently serves our clients out of offices in Chicago, Philadelphia, San Francisco, Los Angeles, and Orange County. Our clients include companies like Sony Pictures, Disney, Amgen, Nestle, Sephora, Tyson, Genentech, Walgreens, Takeda and a multitude of venture capital firms, hedge funds and private equity firms. As a DLC Consultant, you will provide solutions across a wide variety of industries, companies, and functional disciplines. On a daily basis, you will work directly with finance and operating executives at the clients we serve. Job Responsibilities May Include:

FINANCIAL REPORTING & ACCOUNTING

Drive the month-end and quarter-end close process which includes but not limited to monthly close process redesign, preparing and/or reviewing journal entries, and account reconciliations, such as: (i) various accrued expenses, (ii) fixed assets and intangible assets, (iii) prepaid expenses, (iv) equity related activity, and (v) various cash and investment activities Assist in the preparation of quarterly and annual SEC filings (i.e., 10-Qs and 10-K) which includes generating and compiling supporting documentation. Post-merger integration, reporting package development, financial and operational audit coordination and execution, consolidated financial statement preparation, monthly close process redesign, review and documentation of internal control policy and procedures Ensure compliance with the company’s Sarbanes Oxley Rule 404 internal control environment. Provide insight and implement areas for process improvement. Examples such as improving analysis of expenses, forecasting, and better views of profitability down to customer level and segment level data. Participate in monthly budget vs. actual meeting with the financial planning and analysis group and investigate variances as needed. Supervise members of the accounting team.

FINANCIAL SYSTEMS IMPLEMENTATION

Define software requirements and/or manage software selection process. Act as functional lead or liaison in implementation of financial systems or product upgrades Design and map chart of accounts, develop and execute test scripts, and design financial reports using system or bolt-on reporting tools Identify and implement “quick hit” process improvements and resolve troubleshooting issues Provide interim financial management when positions are impacted by growth, re-organization, merger, acquisition, or relocation Evaluate job description and job content; Document desk-level processes Identify and implement productivity opportunities and assess efficiency of workflow

PROJECT MANAGEMENT

Analyze and document project objectives and requirements Scope project, identify resource requirements, articulate deliverables and develop timetables Create project and communication plans Coordinate efforts of internal process owners and subject matter experts Develop contingency plans to eliminate obstacles to on-time and on-budget completion of the project

M&A DUE DILIGENCE SUPPORT

Ensure availability of necessary historical data Ensure completion of current and prior period financial statements as needed Act as liaison between auditors, investment bankers, buyers and sellers Construct forecast models to support short and long term decision making Develop process and infrastructure to meet new reporting requirements Ensure people, process and systems support acquirer’s growth and profitability objectives Experience & Skills: Bachelors in Accounting or Business Administration with an Accounting focus required. 2+ years of Big 4 or top public accounting firm experience preferred. 4+ years of corporate general ledger experience. Experience drafting SEC filings (10-Qs and 10-Ks) preferred. Solid understanding of GAAP. Able to research complex accounting transactions and communicate applicable accounting guidance. Experience with Sarbanes-Oxley internal control compliance and required documentation preferred. Advanced hands‑on experience with at least one major ERP system such as SAP, Oracle, etc. System implementation experience preferred but not required. Advanced knowledge of Excel and proficient in standard workplace applications, including Microsoft Word and Outlook. Ability to meet deadlines, multi‑task efficiently and manage individuals. Strong knowledge of accounting, strong analytical capabilities and excellent verbal and written communication skills. Competitive healthcare benefits that include medical, dental, vision 401k retirement plan including employer match Paid time off and company paid holidays Paid parental leave Family planning reimbursement program Life insurance, short- and long-term disability coverage options Learning and Development resources Commitment to work‑life balance and comprehensive onboarding and on‑going personal and career development Compensation for this position ranges from $110,000 – $155,000 and will vary depending on a wide array of factors including but not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set and level of experience. The compensation may also include incentive compensation in the form of discretionary bonuses. #J-18808-Ljbffr DLC