Assistant Controller (WPB)

Job Purpose

The Assistant Controller will be responsible for the accumulation and consolidation of all financial data necessary for an accurate accounting and reporting of consolidated business results, and the integrity of the general ledger. The Assistant Controller will oversee the General Accounting, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Payroll functions for all operating entities. Reporting to the Controller, the Assistant Controller will lead all monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closes, supervise staff accountants, and prepare technical accounting memorandums.

Key Functions/Responsibilities:

 • Leads research and analysis of technical accounting issues and their application to internal and external reporting and US GAAP/compliance. Communicate findings in written format, as required.

 • Responsible for monthly, quarterly, and annual closes for multiple legal entities as well as the consolidation of results in accordance with US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).

• Oversees the General Accounting, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Payroll functions within the Company. Responsible for building and leading a service-oriented team and related processes and internal controls to facilitate the flow of information, the timely processing of transactions, and the resolution of discrepancies.

• Reviews journal entries and various account reconciliations to facilitate the month end closing process, including bank reconciliations and other balance sheet account reconciliations.

• Manages monthly accrual process for the Company, ensuring all accruals are complete, accurately computed, documented, and recorded.

• Maintains company chart of accounts, including updating chart of accounts as a result of department requests for new accounts.

• Stays current on new accounting principles, and general trends in financial reporting.

• Standardize and maintain of accounting policies and procedures.

• Provides accounting and reporting support for business development transactions.

• Assist with recruiting, selecting, orienting, and training department employees.

• Assists and supports various cross-functional projects, as necessary.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance with at least 10 years of demonstrated success in accounting roles of increasing responsibility, preferably a mix of both public accounting and non-profit accounting roles. CPA preferred.

 • Strong knowledge of US GAAP compliance.

• Prior experience leading technical accounting issues.

 • Experience with general ledger systems and integrated systems for purchasing and payables.

• Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills.

• Proficiency with other Microsoft applications including Word and PowerPoint.

• Process-oriented organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Ability to effectively multi-task, prioritize work, and establish and execute plans to meet tight deadlines.

• Strong team player and highly collaborative.