Assistant Controller

Description

A well-respected Professional Services company is looking for a success-driven Assistant Controller with the help of Robert Half. The Assistant Controller role will report to the Controller and supervise accounting staff. We have an excellent opportunity for a Assistant Controller position. The ideal candidate should be a self-starter with a track record of identifying problems and delivering solutions. Apply today for this great career opportunity! This permanent employment opportunity is based in the Reston, Virginia area.

Key responsibilities

• Steer the accounting team during the closing process to warrant deadlines are met

• Compose diverse procedures, policies, and technical accounting analyses

• Assist to ensure a competent, trained staff through goal setting, development, and regular assessment

• Analyze and create Ad Hoc financial reports

• Work on other requests when required

• Help with the preparation of GAAP financial statements, including budgeting and forecasting

• Backfill for Controller as necessary

• Warrant regular account reconciliation to completion

• Incite accountability and the meeting of deliverables

• Maintain implementation and insure adherence to accounting policies and procedures

• Pinpoint and develop process improvements to streamline reporting and improve team efficiency

• Progressive preparation and coordination of fiscal year-end audits

• Design relevant and timely reports on financial data analytics like key financial metrics, actual spend against budgets/outlook, and the monthly flash report

Requirements

• 5+ years of general ledger accounting experience

• CPA certification a plus

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

• Prior accounting experience, including as a Bookkeeper preferred

• Strong technical background in public accounting (GAAP)

• Ability to multitask efficiently and prioritize work

• Great written, verbal, and interpersonal skills

• Complete knowledge of enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems

• Remarkable analytical, quantitative and social skills

• Well-founded grasp of Contract Compliance

• Proven knowledge of Audit Compliance

• Foundational knowledge in Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR)

• Experience with DCAA

• Comprehensive knowledge of Firm Fixed Price

• Knowledge of Federal Government Contracts

Please apply directly to this role or contact Lee Chernett, VP at Robert Half Finance & Accounting Permanent Placement Services, via LinkedIn or by calling ~~~ with questions or to express interest.

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