Assistant Controller

Brief Description

• Responsible for the day-to-day operations and staff of the Finance Department to include Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Fixed Assets and General Ledger Management (inc. Journal Entries)
• Manage the month-end and year-end close processes, including review of schedules, bank reconciliations and subsidiary ledgers and systems
• Prepare monthly department and event statements; review with leaders to ensure adherence to budget and identify areas of concern or opportunity
• Assist in the preparation of monthly and annual financial statements for the LPGA (and subsidiaries) and the LPGA Foundation (and subsidiaries) - consolidated and by company/event
• Assist with the annual independent financial statement audit and preparation of corporate 990 filings and multi-state tax returns
• Assist in the preparation of the annual budget and quarterly forecasts of all entities
• Develop sound operational policies and procedures that foster efficiency and ensure compliance with applicable laws and accepted accounting principles
• Assure internal control compliance and train staff on internal control procedures
• Maintain a working knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and applicable laws and regulations; review/create policies and procedures to ensure compliance
• Establish strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Directly oversee the performance, growth and development of the Finance team
• Participate in special projects and assignments as requested

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA and/or MBA preferred
• Minimum of seven years of accounting experience; prior experience in the public accounting field is highly desirable; corporate accounting experience strongly preferred
• Prior supervisory experience
• Knowledge of GAAP, IRC, FASB, accrual based accounting and organizational auditing
• Proficiency with major computerized general ledger systems (Sage Intacct a plus) and advanced level Microsoft Office skills, especially with Excel and database formulas
• Able to manage large datasets with advanced Excel functions and Excel add-in tools
• Strong organizational, prioritization and time management skills to produce high quality deliverables within established deadlines
• A demonstrated track record of success / delivery in a changing and fast-paced environment
• Strong analytical and business mindset with strong attention to detail
• Excellent documentation and organizational skills
• Self-confident - ability to establish trust and credibility at all levels of the organization
• Maintain high ethical standards at all times including maintaining the confidentiality of financial and other sensitive information consistent with moral, professional and regulatory requirements
• Strong communication (both written & verbal), interpersonal skills, and analytical skillsA consummate team player with a flexible, collaborative and creative approach who can lead and empower teammates to contribute to their best
• Keen interest in learning and developing as a professional and following best practices research
• Personal qualities of integrity, credibility and a commitment to the Association’s mission and values