Job Information:
Job Title - Accountant (Assistant Controller) - Onsite - 1 position

Duration - 12 months Contractual

Location- Mount Prospect, IL 60056

Hours- 1^st (40 hours per week)

Job Summary: Assistant Controller

The Temporary Assistant Controller will provide critical support to the finance team, assisting with key accounting functions during a defined period. This role will focus on overseeing the daily operations of the accounting department, supporting month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring compliance with internal controls, and providing financial analysis and reporting.

The Temporary Assistant Controller will play a key role in maintaining the integrity of financial data and assisting with special projects as needed.

Key Responsibilities:

Prepare and review financial statements, ensuring accuracy and adherence to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).

Assist in the preparation of management reports, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.

Perform variance analysis and provide insights into financial performance for management.

Lead the month-end and year-end closing processes, including journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting.

Review and reconcile key accounts, including bank accounts, fixed assets, accruals, and prepaid expenses, including the booking of adjusting journal entries.

Ensure the timely and accurate completion of all closing activities.

Ensure compliance with internal controls, policies, and procedures to maintain financial integrity.

Support audit processes by providing necessary documentation and responding to auditor inquiries.

Ensure compliance with relevant tax regulations and assist with the preparation of tax filings.

Ensure all financial transactions are properly recorded and supported.

Assist with payment processing and vendor settlements.

Provide guidance and leadership to the accounting team, ensuring accuracy in their work and adherence to deadlines.

Assist with training and development of team members as needed.

Act as a key point of contact for accounting staff and resolve complex accounting issues.

Work closely with the Controller and other finance leaders to support broader financial strategies.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or related field

Direct experience with SOX Compliance and reporting

7+ years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or assistant controller role.

Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting standards.

Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite) and proficiency in Excel (advanced formulas, pivot tables).

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across departments.

Experience with audits and familiarity with internal controls.

Ability to start immediately and work with minimal supervision.

Key Competencies:

Attention to Detail

Analytical Skills

Leadership and Mentorship

Strong Organizational Skills

Communication and Collaboration

Process Improvement Mindset

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