Assistant Controller

Description

We are looking for an experienced Assistant Controller to join our team in McLean, Virginia. This role involves maintaining strict adherence to financial policies and procedures while ensuring accurate reporting and budgeting. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounting systems and processes, along with proven expertise in financial management. The Assistant Controller for this role will focus on cost accounting, MEC, budgeting and financial statements.

Your responsibilities

• Oversee the daily cash flow process

• Prepare financial packages

• Coordinate the quarter, month, year-end process

• Budgeting & Forecasting

• Design and implement effective internal controls

• Account Reconciliation

• Prepare financial statements

• Implement process improvement where needed

• Prepare financial audits and review with external auditors

Requirements

The ideal Assistant Controller will have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Management.

Other requirements for the Assistant Controller role include and are not limited to

• 5-7 years of public/private accounting experience, supervisory experience required

• CPA preferred

• JD Edwards is a plus

• Proficiency in accounting software

• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills

Reach out to Mahil Santram via LinkedIn if interested in this Assistant Controller position.

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