The Assistant Controller will ensure accurate, complete, and timely financial reporting by leading an efficient and effective monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close process. The Assistant Controller will ensure that the Firm's financial statements are prepared in accordance with GAAP and will support technical accounting research and the development and implementation of accounting policy. The Assistant Controller will support external financial reporting, cash management and cash flow forecasting, and will drive the development and implementation of internal control policies and procedures. This role reports to the Controller and will have supervision of approximately 10 people globally.
Essential Duties:
Financial Reporting- Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close process, producing complete and accurate financial statements for both internal and external stakeholders
- Review of accounting transactions, including the timely review and posting of journal entries and the timely completion and review of insightful balance sheet reconciliations
- Ensure adherence to internal controls, as well as identify gaps/weaknesses in internal control structure and develop and implement controls as needed
- Assist with the development and maintenance of financial, accounting, and internal control policies and procedures
Cash Management - Lead day-to-day operational treasury management, including the review of cash balances, ensuring that all cash accounts are fully reconciled in a timely manner, and ensuring appropriate segregation of duties
- Participate in cashflow forecasting, including the monitoring of daily cash inflows and outflows, and staying informed of significant cashflow requirements
Technical Accounting and Audit Management- Ability to research technical accounting guidance and implement new accounting policies. Stay informed of future changes to technical accounting guidance that could have an impact on the Firm
- Participate in, and, in some cases, lead, both internal and external audit processes, ensuring the timely filing of audited financial statements in accordance with applicable statutory and regulatory deadlines
Systems and Technology - Provide oversight of the ERP and general ledger (Workday), including the management of users, roles and responsibilities, and maintenance
- Support system implementations and implement processes and procedures to more effectively and efficiently use technology
Team Leadership - Provide effective leadership to employees and teams by providing timely feedback, recognition, and coaching
- Create career growth opportunities and employee development plans
- Assist in the planning of appropriate staffing levels and ensure an optimal distribution of responsibilities throughout the team
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting or Finance - Required
- CPA certification - Required
TECHNICAL/SOFT SKILLS- Strong technical accounting and financial analysis skills - Required
- Knowledge of Workday - Preferred
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite - Required
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills - Required
EXPERIENCE- 8-12+ years of accounting experience - Required
- At least 4 years' experience of managing teams - Required
- Excellent interpersonal skills. Able to motivate, inspire and develop individuals and teams to collaborate and deliver to their highest potential - Required
- Experience as a member of the Finance/Accounting team at a large global company - Preferred
- Mix of Professional Services (i.e. Big Four) and industry experience - Preferred
LEADERSHIP SKILLS- Demonstrated success in influencing and engaging stakeholders, building collaborative relationships while managing conflicting priorities - Required
- Strong communication skills; clearly conveys information through a variety of media (written, verbal, email, etc.) - Required
- Able to communicate effectively with people at all levels of the Firm.
At RSM, we offer a competitive benefits and compensation package for all our people. We offer flexibility in your schedule, empowering you to balance life's demands, while also maintaining your ability to serve clients. Learn more about our total rewards at https://rsmus.com/careers/working-at-rsm/benefits.
At RSM, an employee's pay at any point in their career is intended to reflect their experiences, performance, and skills for their current role. The salary range (or starting rate for interns and associates) for this role represents numerous factors considered in the hiring decisions including, but not limited to, education, skills, work experience, certifications, location, etc. As such, pay for the successful candidate(s) could fall anywhere within the stated range.
Compensation Range: $147,000 - $260,700
Individuals selected for this role will be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on firm and individual performance.
