General Job Description
Position OverviewThe Accounting Assistant Controller will play a key role in managing the company's financial operations, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency across all accounting functions. Reporting directly to the Controller, this role supports month-end closings, financial reporting, audit preparation, monitoring and execution of internal controls, and the implementation of accounting best practices. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong technical accounting knowledge, analytical skills, problem solving, and the ability to lead and collaborate effectively within the accounting, finance, and operations team.
Key Responsibilities- Financial Reporting: Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP. Mandatory experience with percentage of completion revenue recognition and project cost accounting.
- Month-End Close: Lead and manage general ledger closing activities, including reconciliations, accruals, and journal entries.
- Internal Controls: Support the development and maintenance of effective internal controls to ensure the integrity of financial data and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Budgeting & Forecasting: Collaborate with management to prepare budgets, forecasts, and variance analyses.
- Audit Support: Coordinate with external auditors during annual audits and quarterly reviews, providing required documentation and explanations.
- Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes, enhance accuracy, and improve reporting timeliness.
- Team Supervision: Oversee daily accounting operations and mentor accounting staff, ensuring adherence to company policies and procedures.
- Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all tax filings, financial reports, and compliance obligations are met in a timely and accurate manner.
- ERP/Systems Management: Assist with the implementation, maintenance, and optimization of accounting software and related systems.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
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Minimum Education
College
Minimum Years of Experience
6+
Specific Qualifications
Qualifications- Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA or CMA certification preferred.
- Experience: 8 + years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 3 + years in managerial or supervisory capacity.
- Technical Skills:
- Strong knowledge of GAAP, including percentage of completion revenue recognition, and financial reporting standards and internal controls.
- Proficiency in ERP/accounting systems; Microsoft Dynamics and One Stream is a plus.
- Advanced Excel skills and familiarity with financial analysis tools.
- Soft Skills:
- Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to collaborate with multiple stakeholders.
- Strong leadership along with excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
- High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Physical Requirements- Prolonged periods of sitting and working at a computer.
- Frequent use of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, calculator, and other office equipment.
- Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
- Occasionally required to stand, walk, bend, reach, and lift or move items weighing up to 15-20 pounds.
- Visual ability to read financial documents, spreadsheets, reports, and computer screens.
- Ability to maintain concentration and accuracy while performing detailed financial and analytical work.
Work Environment- Work is performed in a professional office environment.
- Regular use of computers, telephones, printers, and other standard office equipment.
- Moderate noise level typical of an office setting.
- Position may require extended hours during month-end close, year-end audits, budgeting cycles, and other critical reporting periods.
- Frequent interaction with employees, management, external auditors, financial institutions, and regulatory agencies.
- Occasional travel may be required for meetings, training, audits, or support of company operations.
- This position is office-based and requires regular on-site attendance.
License Required
Yes
Job Locations
US-TX-Sugar Land
