Assistant Controller

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Full Time Edmond, OK, US

Department:
Accounting/Finance

Reports To:

Controller

FLSA Status:
Exempt

Utilizing accounting experience and an in-depth understanding of accounting principles and company practices, plan, organize, direct and control the accounting and control function; report operational results; perform complex accounting activities and financial analyses. Responsible for tracking and reporting Company costs, productivity, margins and expenditures.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Coordinates and administers an adequate plan for the control of operations. Such a plan provides profit planning, sales forecasts, expense budgets, accounts receivable, cost standards and saving opportunities, and capital investing, together with the necessary controls and procedures to effectuate the plan.
• Compares performance with operating plans and standards. Provides reports and interprets the results of operations to all levels of management. This includes the formulation of accounting policies, the preparation of financial statements and operating data, the coordination of systems and procedures, and special reports as required.
• Forecasts short-range and long-range cash requirements and obligations, as a basis formaintainingadequate funds.
• Assures protection for the assets of the business through internal control, internal auditing, and ensuring proper insurance coverage.
• Monitors credit and collection applications.
• Provides other companydepartmentswith related information required by them to carry out their assigned responsibilities.
• Establishes and implements a sound operational and organizational plan in direct support of the business plan.
• Executes cash disbursements for payment of corporate expenditure sin accordance withdisbursementpolicies.
• Monitors inventory levels andadvisesmanagementregardingvariances to budget.
• Analyze complex financial reports and records
• Make recommendations based on analysis and status of reserves,assetsand expenditures
• Review journal entries to ensure accuracy
• Train,mentorand oversee accounting staff
• Perform variance analyses and prepare account reconciliations
• Consistent,reliable attendance and punctuality at assigned work location.
• Assist with financial and tax audits
• Document andmonitorinternal controls in support of generally acceptedaccountingprinciples
• Coordinate more complex accounting projects and initiatives with other members of the accounting and finance team or with other departments
• Assistin the completion of special projects as needed.

Reasonableaccommodationsmay be made to enablequalifiedindividuals with disabilitiesor limitations related to, affected by, or arising out of pregnancy,childbirthor related medical conditions to perform the essential functions, unless the accommodation will causean undue hardship

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Highly detail-oriented,organizedandaccurate
• Ability to meet a constant stream of deadlines, time management skills
• Proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively with different levelsof employees
• Superior analytical and problem-solving skills
• Familiarity with accounting software and programs. Above average computer skills (Microsoft Office). Proficient in Excel.
• Ethical Conduct
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
• Confidentiality
• Knowledge and application of federal/state laws/regulations, internalcontrolsand basic accounting principles

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting
• Current Certified Public Accountant(CPA) license
• Minimum of5years of accountingexperiencepreferably in manufacturing/production environment;
  
  OR,any equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable…