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Robert Half International Assistant Controller in Jersey City, New Jersey
Description
If you are a self-starter with a proven ability to identify issues and resolve problems, this is the Assistant Controller role for you! The Assistant Controller role will report to the Controller and supervise accounting staff. This full-time employment opportunity is based in the Jersey City, New Jersey area. Become an integral part of the team by joining this fast-paced Healthcare, Hospitals, Social Assistance company by applying through Robert Half Finance & Accounting.
How you will make an impact
Advocate implementation and make certain adherence to accounting policies and procedures
Sort out and construct Ad Hoc financial reports
Enhanced preparation and coordination of fiscal year-end audits
Backfill for Controller where necessary
Additional responsibilities if necessary
Prepare a variety of technical accounting analyses, policies, and procedures
Drive accountability and the meeting of deliverables
Encourage to ensure a competent, trained staff through goal setting, regular assessment, and development
Participate with the preparation of GAAP financial statements, including budgeting and forecasting
Come up with relevant and timely reports on financial data analytics like key financial metrics, the monthly flash report, and actual spend against budgets/outlook
Determine and form process improvements to streamline reporting and improve team efficiency
Manage the accounting team during the closing process to make sure deadlines are met
Confirm regular account reconciliation to completion
Please email resumes direct to Jennifer.Bocchino@roberthalf.com
Requirements
Notable analytical, quantitative and social skills
CPA certification desired
Progressive accounting experience, including as a Bookkeeper preferred
Strong communication skills, both verbally and in writing
Ability to handle multiple tasks to prioritize needs and expedite tasks upon request
Microsoft Excel experience
Understanding GAAP and firm accounting policies and procedure
5+ years of general ledger accounting experience
Proficient in enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting
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Salary: $100,000.00 - $120,000.00 / Yearly
Location: Jersey City, NJ
Date Posted: January 11, 2021
Employment Type: Full-time
Job Reference: 02680-0011665526
Staffing Area: Full-Time Accounting u0026 Finance