Assistant Controller Job in Orange, California US
Assistant Controller
Our client is looking for an Assistant Controller. The Assistant Controller is responsible for overseeing the day to day functions of the General Accounting and Financial Reporting functions as well as providing overall strategic direction in all areas of accounting and controls. There is a total staff of approximately 16 employees including 2 direct reports. Duties and Responsibilities: * Work in conjunction with the Controller providing overall direction of all accounting functions ensuring efficient and effective internal controls * Responsible for hiring and maintaining a qualified team of accounting and financial reporting staff * Identify opportunities for process improvement and facilitate on-going activity to implement enhancements throughout all accounting environments * Function as financial advisor to all levels of management including field staff and SVP's * Responsible for the accuracy of financial statements and maintaining strong internal controls over the financial reporting process * Backup to the Controller on accounting and company policies and procedures The Assistant Controller will need to have the following: * 10-12 years of progressive accounting and finance experience which includes general ledger accounting, financial analysis, internal and external audit * A minimum of 5 years management experience having leadership responsibility over a large staff of accounting and finance professionals * Exceptional technical accounting skills including but not limited to GAAP, SEC reporting and consolidations * A background in a service-oriented professional environment working with internal and external customers providing outstanding customer service * Superior systems skills including exposure to ERP systems (PeopleSoft preferred) and other computer applications * Excellent interpersonal communication skills with the ability to work effectively with all levels of staff and management * Public accounting (preferably Big 4) Education and Certifications: * Bachelors degree in Accounting or Finance * CPA