Summary: As an Assistant Controller, Accounting, you will play a vital role in overseeing the accounting operations and financial reporting of the organization. Your responsibilities will include managing a team of accountants, ensuring accurate and timely financial statements, implementing and maintaining internal controls, and providing financial analysis and insights to support decision-making. Your expertise and leadership will contribute to the organization's financial stability and growth.

Responsibilities

Financial Reporting and Compliance:

• Oversee the preparation and review of accurate and timely financial statements, including variance analysis, written commentary on significant fluctuations, and summaries of financial highlights.
• Oversee the timely completion of periodic reviews of all balance sheet accounts, including reporting significant findings to senior management and leading remediation efforts where necessary.
• Ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and accounting principles (e.g., GAAP, IFRS).
• Assist the Director of Technical Accounting with the external audit process, collaborating with auditors and addressing any audit findings.

Team Management and Development:

• Lead and manage a team of accountants, providing guidance, coaching, and support.
• Assign and review work, ensuring efficiency, accuracy, and deadline adherence.
• Develop and mentor team members, fostering their professional growth and creating a hard-working accounting team.

Internal Controls and Processes:

• Maintain effective internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure accurate financial records.
• Continuously assess and recommend improvements to the accounting processes, systems, and workflows to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Monitor compliance with internal control policies and recommend enhancements as needed.

Financial Analysis and Insights:

• Conduct financial analysis and provide insights to support strategic decision-making.
• Analyze financial data, identify trends, and communicate findings to senior management.
• Provide general accounting support to the Finance and Accounting team as needed.
• Collaborate with other departments to develop financial forecasts, budgets, and cost analysis reports.

Compliance and Risk Management:

• Stay up to date with accounting regulations and changes in accounting standards.
• Identify and mitigate financial risks, working closely with relevant stakeholders.

Stakeholder Communication:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Finance, Operations, and Legal, to support business initiatives and provide financial expertise.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Substantial experience (typically 10+ years) in accounting, financial reporting, and analysis.
• 5+ years public accounting experience required.
• CPA is required.
• Proven experience in managing and leading accounting teams.
• In-depth knowledge of accounting principles, regulations, and standards (e.g., GAAP, IFRS).
• Strong understanding of internal controls and risk management.
• Proficiency in financial software and systems (e.g., ERP, accounting software).
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with meticulous attention to detail.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across all levels of the organization.
• Strong leadership abilities and the capacity to inspire and empower team members.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, work under pressure, and meet tight deadlines.

The base salary range for this position is between $135,810 to $165,900, with eligibility for an annual bonus. The actual base salary offered depends on a variety of factors, including but not limited to the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, business needs, and market demand. Our competitive benefits includes medical, dental, vision, wellness, 401(k) matching, unlimited PTO, work from anywhere, generous parental leave, and more! Our job titles may span more than one career level. All candidates are encouraged to apply.