Assistant Controller

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

• Detail-oriented, hands-on Assistant Controller with a solid background in retail or manufacturing preferred
• Solid understanding of global business accounting including, but not limited to, international manufacturing, distribution, and retail store accounting: full scope from purchasing raw materials, manufacturing through to finished goods, inventory accounting for distribution, and ultimately in-store and online retail sales, Foreign Currency (FX), and Tax Compliance
• Effective control implementations: assist with maintaining accounting policies and procedures, monthly balance sheet reviews, GL account reconciliations, and streamline close process to 6 days
• Streamline the overall accounting operations through workflow improvements, automations, and leveraging out of country contract resources to accommodate company scale and growth initiatives

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee and manage accounting functions including: Accounts Payable and Prepaids, Fixed Assets, Taxes, GL accounting, Master Data maintenance, and other areas as required
• Assess current practices and procedures (including effective use of ERP and other systems), make recommendations and implement best practices
• Prepare, review, and analyze financial statements to ensure accuracy and completeness
• Perform ad hoc analysis and projects as requested
• Assist with year-end audit activities; work with external domestic and international auditors to ensure accuracy and year-end reporting
• Develop staff by cross-training, managing performance, goal setting, providing timely and ongoing feedback, and building strong team relationships

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, ideally with professional accreditation such as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
• 7-10+ years of progressive accounting experience with several years in a supervisory role
• Thorough understanding of US GAAP
• Knowledge of manufacturing industry and retail experience strongly preferred
• Cost accounting experience in consumer products manufacturing environment preferred
• Excellent quantitative and qualitative analytical skills, including significant relevant experience with financial consolidations and reporting. Candidates experienced with consolidations and reporting of multi-divisional entities will be at an advantage
• Must have proactive project management skills (workflow planning and management, people management and coaching, etc.)
• Strong leadership skills with a dedication to driving and achieving results
• Excellent verbal and written communication with all levels of the organization
• Must have positive attitude, confident demeanor, and be willing to tackle challenging tasks under competing deadlines. This is a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment where people at all levels are expected to "roll up their sleeves" and exhibit a "can do" spirit, and see projects through to completion
• Excellent Microsoft Office and financial systems skills (D365 is a plus)