Assistant Controller / Lead Accountant Job in Norfolk, Virginia US

Position Description

Assistant Controller / Lead Accountant

Vaco Richmond is assisting a prestigious client in Norfolk, VA with their search for a Assistant Controller / Lead Accountant. Qualified candidates must possess high college GPAs and approximately 5-8 years of either large corporation accounting or public accounting experience. Candidates must also have excellent communication and presentation skills, as well as a strong drive to work within a team environment.

Responsibilities:

-Prepare and review journal entries
-Prepare and review financial statements
-SEC reporting support
-GAAP research
-Various special projects

Absolute Requirements:

-Accounting or Finance Degree
-5+ years appropriate experience
-CPA or MBA is a plus

Compensation / Benefits:

-18 days of vacation
-10 days of sick leave (paid out if not used)
-Overtime (time a half) above 40 hours
-Profit Sharing
-15% bonus added to Retirement Plan annually
-10-20% Individual / Company performance bonus
-Excellent Healthcare
-Other benefits