Assistant Controller - North Aurora, United States - Creative Financial Staffing

    Creative Financial Staffing
    Creative Financial Staffing North Aurora, United States

    4 weeks ago

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    Description

    Assistant Controller

    Our client is a leading manufacturing/distribution organization in the western suburbs looking to add an Assistant Controller to their Accounting team.

    WHY WORK HERE?

    • High Visibility - the Assistant Controller is the right hand to the Controller and VP of Finance
    • Great work/life balance
    • Stable company with lots of tenured employees, little turnover
    • Relaxed, family-type culture
    • Excellent Benefits/401k


    ASSISTANT CONTROLLER RESPONSIBILITIES:

    • The Assistant Controller will prepare for the audit, including fixed asset/depreciation schedules, accruals, and account reconciliations.
    • The Assistant Controller will ensure compliance with US GAAP and nonprofit regulatory requirements.
    • Oversee staff and a number of basic accounting functions - AP/AR, bank reconciliation, petty cash, etc.
    • Coordinate and direct the preparation of the budget and financial forecasts and report variances.
    • Month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing activities.
    • Compile reports to substantiate individual transactions prior to the monthly close process.
    • Daily cash management and organizational cash flow forecasts.
    • Process financial data and present financial statements and reports and present findings to the Board of Directors.
    • Assist wherever possible in strengthening internal communications with staff at all levels.

    ASSISTANT CONTROLLER QUALIFICATIONS:

    • Bachelors degree in Accounting/Finance preferred
    • Minimum of 5 years of relevant, professional experience
    • Non-profit experience
    • CPA
    • Advanced Excel
    • Strong work ethic and ability to excel in a fast-paced environment.

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