Assistant Controller at Divert in Concord, MA

Job description

• The Assistant Controller ensures the integrity of accounting information by reviewing, recording, verifying, consolidating, and entering transactions. They will play a critical role in ensuring accurate and timely preparation and filing of the company's financial reports with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).
• Location: This role can be remote or hybrid and able to spend time in office in Columbus, OH or Concord, MA. Remote may require some travel (minimal).

Responsibilities

• Responsible for internal and external financial reporting activities, including assistance in the preparation of quarterly and annual financial reports, and account reconciliation and analysis
• Assisting with the preparation of quarterly and annual reports on public filings (10-Q, 10-K and other SEC filings) and managing internal and external reviews for these documents.
• Ensures that reports, filings and documentation comply with company's regulations, professional standards, and SEC and GAAP reporting guidelines. Responsibilities include the preparation of footnote disclosures and Management’s Discussion & Analysis and tie-out of financial statements and disclosures.
• Confirms that entries, transactions, and accounts are accurately and properly consolidated and are included in internal and external financial statements.
• Advises management of trends and changes in reporting requirements and recommends best approach for any changes in reporting.
• Prepare data and other supporting information requests as needed for internal and external audits.
• Ensure internal controls over financial reporting are designed and operating effectively.
• Responsible for preparing and/or reviewing schedules, journal entries, and reconciliations as it relates to technical areas as well as assisting with the close and monthly finance review processes.
• Assist with preparation and updates of accounting policies and procedures as necessary.
• Provide support to the Controller as it relates to transactions, reporting, and procedures.
• Assisting in the documentation and updating of department Sarbanes-Oxley 404 processes.
• Serve as a liaison with or oversee the work of external auditors.
• Assist in the preparation of materials for board, stakeholders, and lenders.
• Assist in the evaluation of significant and complex accounting transactions, research and implementation of relevant accounting technical standards, and preparation of technical accounting memos supporting all accounting positions.
• Review work and conduct goal setting, performance evaluations and career development discussions for the reporting team as necessary.

Requirements

• At least 8 years of experience in accounting, with a minimum of 3 years in a supervisory or managerial role.
• CPA required
• Ability to accurately prepare daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual reports.
• Experience in U.S. GAAP and SEC reporting rules and regulations.
• Strong understanding of SOX, internal controls, auditing practices and principles and best practices in corporate governance.
• Experience with major ERP systems and automation tools is required. Microsoft Dynamics ERP system preferred. Experience with ERP implementation is a plus.
• Seeks out ways to improve current processes and procedures.
• Positive can-do attitude and demonstrates good judgment.
• Strong analytical, problem solving, organizational & project management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong leadership and influencing skills, including the ability to work collaboratively and effectively with leaders and employees at all levels in the organization.
• Proven ability to manage, mentor and develop staff.
• Previous experience in a fast-paced growth environment.

Skills

Required

• CPA
• Major ERP systems and automation tools
• Microsoft Dynamics ERP (preferred)
• ERP implementation (plus)
• Strong leadership and influencing skills

Preferred

• Microsoft Dynamics ERP
• ERP implementation

Benefits

• Compensation: $140,000-160,000 / Year + bonus potential
• Health, Vision and Dental Benefits (effective the first of the month following your date of hire!)
• Life Insurance
• Safe harbor 401(k) plan
• Paid Time Off
• Opportunities for Advancement with a Rapidly Growing, Mission-Driven Organization