Assistant Controller
Apply NowCompany: SCRAM Systems
Location: Cincinnati, OH 45238
Description:
Job Description
This position is on-site at Cincinnati, OH office
POSITION PURPOSE
The Assistant Controller is an integral team member in accounting. They will own aspects of the close process including analyzing, validating/researching, and preparing financials. Handles more complex and/or confidential accounting matters and works on special projects outside of close. Assists in the development of controls, policies, systems, etc. Responsible for managing and supervising the operation of the general accounting department.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES
* Ensure that accounting functions and duties are accurately and timely completed in accordance with established procedures and applicable regulations
* Provide leadership to personnel through goal setting, delegation, and communication; providing support and corrective action as needed
* Meet processing and reporting deadlines, including month end and year end close.
* Supervise preparation of more complicated financial statement analyses and work papers
* Ensure proper application of GAAP and able to research new scenarios for proper GAAP treatment
* Assist with annual financial audit, including working directly with the auditors to provide and explain supporting documentation.
* Establish and maintain internal controls
* Analyze present and past operations trends and cost, validating reasonableness of estimates and interpreting accounts and records to upper management.
* Research and resolve accounting errors and discrepancies which may involve contact with other departments to obtain information to correct transactions
* Identify and implement process improvements and efficiencies
Experience and Skills
EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION:
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, CPA preferred.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE:
Technical knowledge of GAAP, cost accounting concepts, general accounting practices and procedures, and financial reporting.
EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including experience supervising general accounting functions. Public accounting experience and manufacturing/cost accounting experience a definite plus.
SKILLS / ABILITIES:
* Strong managerial and communication skills; able to give clear direction and motivate team members
* Good analytical skills and detail oriented; a quick learner
* Proficiency in Excel required
* Experience with ERP systems, JD Edwards experience a plus
* Ability to learn and effectively use financial reporting program to modify/create reports
* Strong interpersonal skills; able to work with different departments and with various levels of company personnel; demonstrates initiative and is self-motivated; shows a willingness to work individually and as a team to help others when needed
Physical setting:
Schedule:
Ability to commute/relocate:
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.
This position is on-site at Cincinnati, OH office
POSITION PURPOSE
The Assistant Controller is an integral team member in accounting. They will own aspects of the close process including analyzing, validating/researching, and preparing financials. Handles more complex and/or confidential accounting matters and works on special projects outside of close. Assists in the development of controls, policies, systems, etc. Responsible for managing and supervising the operation of the general accounting department.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES
* Ensure that accounting functions and duties are accurately and timely completed in accordance with established procedures and applicable regulations
* Provide leadership to personnel through goal setting, delegation, and communication; providing support and corrective action as needed
* Meet processing and reporting deadlines, including month end and year end close.
* Supervise preparation of more complicated financial statement analyses and work papers
* Ensure proper application of GAAP and able to research new scenarios for proper GAAP treatment
* Assist with annual financial audit, including working directly with the auditors to provide and explain supporting documentation.
* Establish and maintain internal controls
* Analyze present and past operations trends and cost, validating reasonableness of estimates and interpreting accounts and records to upper management.
* Research and resolve accounting errors and discrepancies which may involve contact with other departments to obtain information to correct transactions
* Identify and implement process improvements and efficiencies
Experience and Skills
EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION:
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, CPA preferred.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE:
Technical knowledge of GAAP, cost accounting concepts, general accounting practices and procedures, and financial reporting.
EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including experience supervising general accounting functions. Public accounting experience and manufacturing/cost accounting experience a definite plus.
SKILLS / ABILITIES:
* Strong managerial and communication skills; able to give clear direction and motivate team members
* Good analytical skills and detail oriented; a quick learner
* Proficiency in Excel required
* Experience with ERP systems, JD Edwards experience a plus
* Ability to learn and effectively use financial reporting program to modify/create reports
* Strong interpersonal skills; able to work with different departments and with various levels of company personnel; demonstrates initiative and is self-motivated; shows a willingness to work individually and as a team to help others when needed
Physical setting:
- Office
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Cincinnati, OH 45241: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.