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Robert Half Assistant Controller in Richmond, Virginia
Description
Assistant Controller - Work/ Life Balance Growing Team - Bonus Eligible!
Immediate opening for growing Private Equity investment company! Reporting to the Controller and CFO, this newly created Assistant Controller position will help direct the accounting close, financial statements and daily accounting operations. Ideal candidate will come from private equity, private investment or asset management background. This permanent employment opportunity is based in the Richmond, Virginia area.
Your responsibilities in this role:
Progressive preparation and coordination of fiscal year-end audits
Sustain implementation and secure adherence to accounting policies and procedures
Backfill for Controller if necessary
Push accountability and the meeting of deliverables
Support to ensure a competent, trained staff through development, regular assessment, and goal setting
Steer the accounting team during the closing process to warrant deadlines are met
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
Partake in the preparation of GAAP financial statements, including budgeting and forecasting
Discern and establish process improvements to streamline reporting and improve team efficiency
Arrange numerous policies, procedures, and technical accounting analyses
Guarantee regular account reconciliation to completion
Inspect and make Ad Hoc financial reports
Requirements - Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
Remarkable accounting experience, including as a Bookkeeper preferred
Significant experience in enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems
5+ years of general ledger accounting experience
CPA a plus
Strong technical background in public accounting (GAAP)
Ability to multitask and communicate well with individuals of all backgrounds
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting
Skilled in analytical, quantitative and social skills
Demonstrated knowledge of financial reporting
Investment Accounts experience highly preferred
Adeptness in Balance Sheet Reconciliation
Solid understanding of month end closings
Federal Income Tax Return experience preferred
General familiarity with Accounts Payable (AP)
Proficiency in US GAAP
Practical knowledge of Accounts Receivable (AR)
Annual External Audit experience highly desired
Background working with Private Equity
Financial statement preparation experience preferred
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