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Confidential Company · 9 hours ago

Assistant Controller

Pinellas County, FL

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Confidential Company is seeking an Assistant Controller to support their financial operations. This role involves overseeing accounting processes, ensuring accurate financial reporting, and strengthening internal controls while supervising the accounting team and collaborating with finance leadership.

Responsibilities

Assist in managing the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting

Prepare, review, and analyze financial statements, reconciliations, and supporting schedules

Oversee general ledger activity, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and adherence to GAAP

Supervise, mentor, and develop direct reports within the accounting team; review and approve their work as needed

Support annual budgeting and forecasting processes, including variance analysis and financial modeling

Monitor internal controls and recommend improvements to strengthen financial procedures and mitigate risk

Assist in managing accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll accounting, and fixed assets

Review journal entries and account reconciliations prepared by the accounting team

Support external audits by preparing documentation and responding to auditor inquiries

Partner with operational teams to provide financial insights, resolve discrepancies, and improve financial processes

Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local financial regulations, including multi-state reporting requirements

Support multi-state tax filings, notices, research, and compliance (sales tax, use tax, payroll tax, and corporate tax coordination)

Implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and reporting capabilities

Serve as a backup to the Controller and support leadership responsibilities as needed

Qualification

GAAP knowledgeFinancial reportingMulti-state finance operationsERP/accounting systemsExcel proficiencyFinancial analysis toolsSupervisory experienceManufacturing experienceDistribution experienceMulti-entity experienceCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsProblem-solving skillsAttention to detail