Assistant Controller

Description Colleen McAuliffe at Robert half is looking for an experienced Assistant Controller to join our client's team in Newark, California. this role is 80% remote with 1 day per week in office in Newark, CA This role involves overseeing essential accounting functions, ensuring compliance with regulations, and driving process improvements across the organization. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with various departments to support financial reporting accuracy and operational effectiveness.

Responsibilities:

• Manage general ledger activities and ensure the preparation of accurate and timely financial statements.
• Oversee inventory and cost accounting processes, ensuring proper valuation and adherence to accounting standards.
• Monitor cash flow, assist with treasury-related tasks, and support forecasting efforts.
• Ensure compliance with lease accounting standards, including reconciliations, journal entries, and disclosures.
• Supervise accounts payable operations, ensuring vendor invoices are processed accurately and on time.
• Lead billing and accounts receivable functions, ensuring proper revenue recognition and prompt resolution of disputes.
• Evaluate customer creditworthiness, assign credit limits, and oversee collections activities to maintain healthy receivable aging.
• Mentor and guide accounting staff, encouraging growth and maintaining accuracy in financial processes.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement efficiency measures within accounting operations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address business needs and support special projects as required. Requirements
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in accounting or finance roles, preferably in manufacturing or related industries.
• Expertise in month-end close processes and general ledger management.
• Proficiency in preparing financial statements and conducting audits.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing cost accounting practices.
• Familiarity with ASC 842 lease accounting standards.
• Solid understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and internal control requirements.
• Experience with multi-state sales tax compliance and regulatory reporting.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments.

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