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Robert Half Assistant Controller in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin
Description
You will identify issues and resolve problems in this career-building Assistant Controller position. The Assistant Controller will supervise the accounting staff while reporting to the Controller. This permanent employment opportunity is based in the Fond Du Lac, Wisconsin area. A premier company wants you to join their well-respected team. Apply now through Robert Half.
Key responsibilities
Put together diversified policies, procedures, and technical accounting analyses
Review and establish Ad Hoc financial reports
Generate relevant and timely reports on financial data analytics like the monthly flash report, actual spend against budgets/outlook, and key financial metrics
Support accountability and the meeting of deliverables
Recognize and grow process improvements to streamline reporting and improve team efficiency
Help ensure a competent, trained staff through regular assessment, goal setting and development
Support implementation and ensure adherence to accounting policies and procedures
Warrant regular account reconciliation to completion
Seasoned preparation and coordination of fiscal year-end audits
Steer the accounting team during the closing process to warrant deadlines are met
Backfill for Controller as needed
Other duties as assigned
Contribute to the preparation of GAAP financial statements, including budgeting and forecasting
CPA certification a plus
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting
Significant experience in enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems
Strong knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
Quality experience with processing costing
Month-end Close Activities experience
Practical knowledge of job costing
General familiarity with Fixed Asset Accounting
Month-end Financial experience
Well-founded grasp of financial statement preparation
Experience with account reconciliation
Wide ranging experience with standard costs
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to handle multiple tasks to prioritize needs and expedite tasks upon request
Strong analytical skills, with the ability to exercise good judgment and make decisions based on accurate and timely analysis
If interested and qualified please call Bill Johannes at 414-622-3416 or 414-699-0299.
Requirements
CPA certification a plus
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting
Significant experience in enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems
Strong knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
Quality experience with processing costing
Month-end Close Activities experience
Practical knowledge of job costing
General familiarity with Fixed Asset Accounting
Month-end Financial experience
Well-founded grasp of financial statement preparation
Experience with account reconciliation
Wide ranging experience with standard costs
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to handle multiple tasks to prioritize needs and expedite tasks upon request
Strong analytical skills, with the ability to exercise good judgment and make decisions based on accurate and timely analysis
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