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Robert Half Assistant Controller in Woodbury, Minnesota
Description Robert Half has an open position for an ambitious Assistant Controller to join a prestigious company. As the Assistant Controller, you will assist in supervising the accounting staff and report to the Controller. If you are a self-starter with a proven ability to identify issues and resolve problems, this is the Assistant Controller role for you! Submit an application now and learn more about this role! This permanent employment opportunity is based in the Woodbury, Minnesota area.
How you will make an impact
Advance to ensure a competent, trained staff through development, goal setting, and regular assessment
Generate relevant and timely reports on financial data analytics like the monthly flash report, actual spend against budgets/outlook, and key financial metrics
Recognize and grow process improvements to streamline reporting and improve team efficiency
Perform other duties when necessary
Consider and form Ad Hoc financial reports
Supervise the accounting team during the closing process to certify deadlines are met
Endorse implementation and confirm adherence to accounting policies and procedures
Backfill for Controller when appropriate
Gather a number of technical accounting analyses, procedures, and policies
Well-developed preparation and coordination of fiscal year-end audits
Provide regular account reconciliation to completion
Promote accountability and the meeting of deliverables
Accommodate the preparation of GAAP financial statements, including budgeting and forecasting Requirements - Noteworthy accounting experience, including as a Bookkeeper preferred
Demonstrated ability in exemplary analytical, quantitative and social skills
Deep technical background in public accounting (GAAP)
5+ years of general ledger accounting experience
Financial statement preparation experience highly valued
Good understanding of Analyze Financial Statements
Prior experience with Audited Financial Statements
Experience with SOX
Earlier work involving financial analysis
MS Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations experience preferred
Experience with Monthly Financial Statements
Month end closings experience
Practical knowledge of financial auditing
Previous experience working with Financial Statement Audits
Manufacturing experience
General familiarity with auditing
Adeptness in bank reconciliations
Comprehension of financial statements consolidation
Hands-on experience with Prepare Financial Statements
Ad Hoc Financial Analysis experience highly preferred
Background working with Financial Analytics
Foundational knowledge in Financial Control
Demonstrated knowledge of Balance Sheet Reconciliation
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting
- Complete knowledge of enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems
CPA certification a plus
Ability to communicate verbally and in writing effectively throughout all levels of the company
Ability to multitask effectively
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