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Assistant Controller

CFS, Houston, TX, United States

Duration: Full Time


ASSISTANT CONTROLLER OPPORTUNITY

Why you should consider joining this company.....



  • Hybrid schedule!

  • Work hand in hand with the CFO who appreciate a true partnership and work life balance

  • Processes need to be changed.....so if you like "fixing" things this would be a great role for you.

  • Amazing office space and location.

  • Competitive salary and benefits.

  • Very relaxed and casual work environment. Wear jeans on Fridays if you come in that day!


What you will be doing....



  • Manage accounting team including accounts payable clerk, accounts receivable clerk, payroll accountant and a senior staff accountant

  • Create quarterly budgets and projections

  • Prepare accurate, timely consolidated financial statements each month

  • Review monthly account reconciliations to ensure accurate reporting and ledger maintenance

  • Analyze financial statements for discrepancies and any issues

  • Review all inter-company transactions and generate invoices as necessary

  • Prepare quarterly debt covenant calculations

  • Coordinate preparation of monthly FINRA FOCUS filings

  • Reconcile cash accounts daily

  • Review and authorize bill payments and employee expense reports

  • Coordinate annual audits and assist CFO with conducting audits and working with tax preparers

  • Review and supervise the semi-monthly payroll

  • Collaborate with third party administrator and review and process monthly distributions related to the advisor’s proprietary investment vehicles

  • Proactively shares ideas and contributes ongoing suggestions for enhancement of the Firm



What you need to bring to the table....



  • Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance required

  • CPA required

  • 8-10 years’ experience in general or tax accounting

  • Experience with computerized ledger systems

  • Advanced knowledge of Excel

  • Strong problem solving and analytical skills

  • Team player with leadership qualities

  • Ability to collaborate and work well with all levels of the organization

  • Courteous, personable, approachable, and professional in all relationships

  • Innovative and possesses confidence to take initiative

  • Self-starter who is resourceful, flexible, and willing to work hard

  • Outstanding organizational abilities

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills with keen attention to detail

  • Critical thinking, problem-solving and project management skills



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