Job Description:
A mid-sized high volume distribution company located in downtown Los Angeles area has an opening for a hands-on Assistant Controller to manage the daily financial affairs of the organization and assist in analyses of operations, including interim financial statements.
We offer Medical/Dental/Vision/401k/Aflac. Salary 70-80k DOE.
Compensation/Salary:
$70k - $80k DOE
Requirements:
- 5 plus years of progressively responsible accounting roles.
- 3 years of leadership experience with direct supervision of staff.
- 3 years with integrated computerized accounting systems.
Responsibilities & Duties:
- Manage day-to-day accounting operations, including general ledger, A/R, A/P, taxes, credit and collections, and cash flow.
- The general ledger, including month-end closing activities, assist in the preparation of monthly financial statements and related schedules.
- Implement and maintain accounting practices to ensure a high level of efficiency while maintaining appropriate internal controls and compliance with GAAP.
- Assure that account reconciliations are performed in a timely manner.
- Review various contracts, orders, vouchers, etc. to ensure proper accounting treatment.
- Ensure proper revenue recognition & expense recording.
- Coordinate with Controller on preparation of financial statements and tax returns.
- Supervise the Accounting Department in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. This includes training, planning, assigning work, and evaluating performance.
- Assure compliance with local and state tax authorities, and file tax reports required.
Education:
- Bachelors degree in Accounting or Finance.
Skills:
- Experience in implementing/maintaining internal controls.
- Knowledge of finance, accounting, and cost control principles including GAAP.
- Ability to analyze financial data and prepare financial reports, statements and projections.
- Experience with completing state and federal regulatory filings.
- Strong computer skills, with ability to troubleshoot problems.
- Strong supervisory experience; professional written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
- The ability to motivate a team to produce quality materials within tight deadlines and simultaneously manage multiple projects.
- ProducePro a plus
