Assistant Controller Jobs

Job Summary

Monday-Friday 8am-5pm

To perform various accounting, tax and financial analytical functions for existing Radwell companies in US, United Kingdom, Canada and Germany and anticipated future domestic and international expansion.

Supports the Global Director – Finance & Accounting in all areas of corporate reporting, financial analysis, taxation, budget / forecast preparation, new business development, employee benefit plans, auditing and operations.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Manage, administer and support Adaptive tool as the information source for creating, maintaining, and updating detailed revenue and expense forecasting and P&L analysis and reporting at various levels of the organization
• Develop and manage overall company budgets, forecasting, and variance analysis specifically related to asset and expense management by working with and providing budget, forecasting and variance analysis for individual divisions, departments, companies, branches, business units, and entire corporation
• Reports financial results on a regular and timely basis (by the 5th workday of the following month) to provide direction and support for company decision making.
• Take the lead on integration of acquisitions into accounting system
• Oversee successful completion of annual audit
• Ensures accurate, efficient, and up-to-date accounting practices, which include proper and acceptable audit trails and checks and balances.
• Manages financial and tax planning, reporting, and compliance – ensures that the integrity of the company’s financial records and internal procedures are in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and GAAP of countries of the foreign subsidiaries.

The above are not all-inclusive and may be modified from time to time. Other duties may be assigned.

METRICS

• To handle ongoing projects and day-to-day demands that are not identified in formal monthly objectives in a timely and accurate manner
• To meet deadlines and objectives as agreed and typically described in quarterly reviews or project planning / tracking.
• To issue company financial results in a timely manner by the 5th workday of the following month

Supervisory Responsibilities

• The following are direct reports to the Assistant Controller – Accounting Manager in Canada, two financial accountants in New Jersey.
• This position is responsible for supporting and directing the work of the department staff and ensuring their work is completed within the boundaries of company policies and practices.
• Responsible for corporate management tasks in existence and that will come into existence that is generally the responsibility of all managers with direct reports. Examples include but are not limited to writing quarterly and yearly reviews, approving timesheets, approving expense reports, etc.

Knowledge & Skills Required

• Ability to multi-task and work at a fast pace.
• Knowledge and deep understanding of accounting theory and experience in applying accounting principles (GAAP); and understanding and ability in overall financial management and analysis.
• Strong computer proficiency in the use and application MS software applications especially Excel, Adaptive, and other tools and internally developed systems including P21, Spectrum, Halo
• Ability to work effectively in a Director capacity with little or no supervision
• Strong analytical, management and communication skills, problem solving ability, opportunity recognition capability, detail oriented, and a personal commitment to quality and hands-on management style. Ability to work well with other executive management and managers, with a positive attitude and excellent work ethic.

Education & Experience

• Minimum BS (MBA preferred) in Accounting or Financial Management.
• Advance proficiency with MS Office is required. Experience with the Epicor Prophet 21 ERP system is a plus as well as M&A and SOX knowledge and experience.
• CPA with public and private accounting experience. Working knowledge of GAAP, with a preference for international accounting experience, IFRS, international operations and multi currency reporting.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• A state licensed Certified Public Accountant (CPA) in good standing.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The position is in a hybrid work environment and entails:

• Occasional walking (including to other departments and buildings) reaching and lifting.
• Continuous sitting resulting from computer usage for extended periods

BONUS/COMMISSION PROGRAM

Eligible for yearly discretionary company bonus which will be tied to company and business unit financial results.

Employee Evaluation Summary

• Introductory – Will be written at approximately 90 days after employment and will be used to determine whether employee has sufficiently met and performed the job requirements, and will indicate whether employment will continue.
• Quarterly Reviews – A quarterly written assessment will be issued which briefly describes the individual’s performance in this position.
• Annual Review – A more detailed review of the overall performance in this position, where the employee is rated and typically compensated in accordance with that rate.

Required Skills

Required Experience