Assistant Controller

XERXES GLOBAL

Based in Minneapolis with a global presence, Xerxes Global is a private holding company founded on the principle of championing bold, disruptive ideas that redefine industries. We unite a portfolio of synergistic businesses, creating an ecosystem where our companies share knowledge, resources, and expertise to drive innovation and foster unprecedented growth.

As our new Assistant Controller, you will be a leader in our dynamic finance department, overseeing our accounting operations and tax work streams for our five companies. We are seeking a detail‑oriented professional with hands‑on experience and a desire to lead and develop a growing team.

In this role, you will leverage your solid understanding of U.S. GAAP to ensure our company's finances are in order. You will manage and mentor a team of four accountants and support staff, driving efficiency and accuracy across the department.

• Manage the accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable and payroll activities, including the monthly close processes.
• Manage and mentor a team of accountants and support staff, while providing guidance and fostering a collaborative work environment.
• Collaborate closely with the finance team to align budgets, streamline financial processes, and support strategic growth initiatives.
• Will support tax and audit workstream.
• Establish and maintain internal controls to safeguard the company’s assets and ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Oversee bank reconciliations, balance sheet reconciliations, and other accounts to ensure accuracy and resolve discrepancies.
• Identify inefficiencies in accounting processes and propose solutions for improvement. Implement best practices across our businesses in the U.S. and Europe.
• Ensure compliance with US and partly European accounting principles (GAAP and IFRS) and local regulations. Stay updated on changes to statutory reporting and accounting standards.

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting. CPA designation is desirable but not required.
• Minimum of 6 to 10 years of experience in accounting, with at least 2 years in a managerial role.
• In-depth knowledge of GAAP. A working knowledge of IFRS is also desirable but not required.
• Strong attention to detail, with the ability to identify errors and discrepancies.
• Good people management skills, with the ability to motivate and develop a team.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Microsoft Dynamics, Quick Books or others) and Microsoft Excel is a plus.

In addition to a competitive base salary and bonus target, you will get access to a competitive benefits package including:

• PTO and work flexibility
• Multiple office locations (Minneapolis, Charlotte, Chicago and Dublin)
• Three (3) work from anywhere weeks for all employees
• Medical (including Mayo Clinic Coverage and HSA), Dental, and Vision insurance
• Disability and life Insurance coverages
• 401k plan with investing flexibility and automatic company contributions without required matching
• Summer hours between US Memorial Day & Labor Day
• Numerous company outings, volunteer opportunities, and more
• Quarterly Town Halls to engage with the Executive Leadership Teams and Q&As

Xerxes Global Holdings is comprised of the following businesses:

• EBM Software delivers performance software solutions that drive growth for private equity funds, investment banks, and middle‑market to large corporations.
• Blue Ops specializes in strategic M&A advisory and business growth in private equity, investment banking, portfolio companies, etc.
• The Association of Retail and Consumer Professionals (ARC) is the parent organization of the Category Management Association (CMA), the Shopper Insights Management Association (SIMA), the Retail Dieticians Business Alliance (RDBA), and the Space Planning Association (SPA).
• XGS is our new data science and artificial intelligence business headquartered in Dublin, Ireland that focuses on developing and productizing advanced analytics for clients.
• Studio X provides a full range of video production for internal and external clients from our film studio in Minneapolis.

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