Assistant Controller
Connect Search, LLC, Chicago, IL, United States
As the Assistant Controller you’ll be integral to managing and maintaining the general ledger for the consolidated entity and its subsidiary businesses as well as the consolidation of all entities. This individual will report to the Controller.
Responsibilities
Manage the corporate accounting team of 3-5, as well as align accounting processes working with other corporate accounting teams such as accounts payable, treasury, payroll and FP&A.
Responsible for the consolidation of multiple entities; capital contributions and loans down from the parent to subsidiaries; accounting for strategic investments and M&A opportunities.
Manage the timeliness of the month end close process at corporate and across businesses, including supporting the preparation, review, and finalization of monthly and annual financial reports.
Maintain the general ledger and chart of accounts.
Identify and drive process improvements, automation and standardization across the controllership function that will result in greater efficiencies as well as decrease exposure to financial misstatements.
Work with the business unit accountants to ensure monthly and quarterly close processes result in timely month end close and accurate financial statements across the firm.
Build and maintain adequate controls in corporate accounting to ensure the accuracy of corporate and businesses financial statements.
Manage year end audit with external auditors and internal staff.
Develop and train a skilled, professional accounting staff to build an effective and efficient team.
Evaluate, manage and maintaining software tools for effective and efficient accounting and financial reporting.
Required Skills
Strong month end close experience including multi sub consolidations.
US GAAP and FASB knowledge. SEC and PCAOB familiarity a plus.
Experience with NetSuite is preferred.
5-7 years of experience in complex multi-entity organization.
Cross-functional experience operating in a complex organization.
Strong project management, planning and organization skills, including ability to handle and prioritize multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
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Responsibilities
Manage the corporate accounting team of 3-5, as well as align accounting processes working with other corporate accounting teams such as accounts payable, treasury, payroll and FP&A.
Responsible for the consolidation of multiple entities; capital contributions and loans down from the parent to subsidiaries; accounting for strategic investments and M&A opportunities.
Manage the timeliness of the month end close process at corporate and across businesses, including supporting the preparation, review, and finalization of monthly and annual financial reports.
Maintain the general ledger and chart of accounts.
Identify and drive process improvements, automation and standardization across the controllership function that will result in greater efficiencies as well as decrease exposure to financial misstatements.
Work with the business unit accountants to ensure monthly and quarterly close processes result in timely month end close and accurate financial statements across the firm.
Build and maintain adequate controls in corporate accounting to ensure the accuracy of corporate and businesses financial statements.
Manage year end audit with external auditors and internal staff.
Develop and train a skilled, professional accounting staff to build an effective and efficient team.
Evaluate, manage and maintaining software tools for effective and efficient accounting and financial reporting.
Required Skills
Strong month end close experience including multi sub consolidations.
US GAAP and FASB knowledge. SEC and PCAOB familiarity a plus.
Experience with NetSuite is preferred.
5-7 years of experience in complex multi-entity organization.
Cross-functional experience operating in a complex organization.
Strong project management, planning and organization skills, including ability to handle and prioritize multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
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