Assistant Controller Position Available In Richland, South Carolina

Description Our established client is hiring an Assistant Controller to join their growing team in Columbia, South Carolina. The Assistant Controller will play a pivotal role in the accounting department, with a focus on overseeing the operations of the accounting team, budget development and management, staff supervision & development, oversight of the month end close process, and will work hand in hand with the VP/Controller. This opportunity is for an experienced professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and possess strong GAAP experience gained from a mid-to-large sized organization.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee and manage the operations of the accounting department, ensuring departmental goals and objectives are achieved
• Supervise full vendor payment process
• Manage fixed assets
• Ensure timely payment of accounts payable and completion of bank reconciliations
• Responsible for issuing complete financial statements in a timely manner
• Facilitate the provision of information to external auditors for the annual audit
• Oversight of month end close process
  Requirements
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in progressive accounting roles in a complex environment
• Proficient in all aspects of accounting
• Strong skills in budget management and budgeting processes
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field preferred
• Excellent communication, organizational, and analytical skills
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Strong knowledge of financial regulations and accounting processes
• Proficient in the use of ERP systems and Microsoft Office Suite
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