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Advantage Solutions Assistant Controller in Jacksonville, Florida
Summary
Assistant Controller - Remote
At our Company, we grow People, Brands, and Businesses!We are seeking adetailed and results-drivenAssistant Controllerto join the team supporting the National Controller. The ideal candidate will ensure the application of sound accounting principles and practices, demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Excel and communicate clearly with all levels of the organization.
Take this opportunity to join North America’s leading business solutions provider and build your career working with amazing people in a growing industry! Apply today!
What we offer:
Full-Time Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life)
401(k) with company match
Training and Career Development
Generous Paid Time-Off
Responsibilities:
Ensures that all financial documentation complies with the Company’s regulations, bank compliance requirements, SEC, and GAAP professional standards.
Assists the National Controller with the management of the month-end close cycle to ensure the fastest and most accurate financial data.
Identify and implement opportunities for improvement to existing processes.
Understand and implement new accounting pronouncements and regulatory updates. Alert management to all current GAAP and SEC trends in reporting and compliance that apply to the Company.
Liaison between external and internal auditors.
Assists with various accounting functions in problem resolution as needed or special projects assigned by National Controller or CFO.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree inAccounting, Finance, or equivalent job-related experienceis required
CPA preferred; background in external auditing from a “Big-4” Accounting firm a plus
7-10 years of accounting experience in a public company corporate or division accounting department
3-5 years of public accounting experience preferred
Must have assisted with implementation of SOX compliance policy and procedures and/or involved with the actual reporting required under SOX and/or the SEC
Responsibilities
The Company is one of North America’s leading sales and marketing agencies specializing in outsourced sales, merchandising, category management and marketing services to manufacturers, suppliers and producers of food products and consumer packaged goods. The company services a variety of trade channels including grocery, mass merchandise, specialty, convenience, drug, dollar, club, hardware, consumer electronics and home centers. We bridge the gap between manufacturers and retailers, providing consumers access to the best products available in the marketplace today.
Position Summary
The Assistant National Controller is responsible for supporting the National Controller.
Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities
Ensures that all financial documentation complies with Company’s regulations, bank compliance requirements, SEC, and GAAP professional standards.
Assists National Controller with the management of the month end close cycle to ensure the fastest and most accurate financial data. Identify and implement opportunities for improvement to existing processes.
Understand and implement new accounting pronouncements and regulatory updates. Alert management to all current GAAP and SEC trends in reporting and compliance that apply to the Company.
Assisting in the preparation bank compliance documents, Board of Directors and Audit Committee materials, and coordinating with all departments including but not limited to Finance, Legal, HR, and Cash Management.
Liaison between external and internal auditors.
Assists with various accounting functions in problem resolution as needed or special projects assigned by National Controller or CFO.
Supervisory Responsibilities
Direct Reports
This position does not have supervisory responsibilities for direct reports
Indirect Reports
Does not have direct reports, but may delegate work of others and provide guidance, direction and mentoring to indirect reports
Travel and/or Driving Requirements
- Travel and Driving are not essential duties or functions of this job
Minimum Qualifications
Education Level: (Required) Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance, or equivalent applicable experience.
Field of Study/Area of Experience: Accounting or Finance, or equivalent applicable work experience
2-4 years of experience in SEC technical reporting and interpretation (familiarity with Sarbanes-Oxley is important)
7-10 years of accounting experience in a public company corporate or division accounting department
3-5 years of public accounting experience
Must have assisted with implementation of SOX compliance policy and procedures and/or involved with the actual reporting required under SOX and/or the SEC
CPA required; background in external auditing from a “Big-4” Accounting firm a plus
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
Well-organized, detail-oriented, and able to handle a fast-paced work environment
Good interpersonal skills
Excellent written communication and verbal communication skills
Strong prioritization skills
Ability to complete multiple duties with accuracy shifting from one to another with frequent interruptions and competing deadlines
Flexible and adaptable, able to change and alter according to changes in projects or business environment
Strong computer skills including proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook, and web-browsers
Environmental & Physical Requirements
Office / Sedentary Requirements
Incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of the job. Work is performed primarily in an office environment. Typically requires the ability to sit for extended periods of time (66%+ each day), ability to hear the telephone, ability to enter data on a computer and may also require the ability to lift up to 10 pounds.
Additional Information Regarding The Company Job Duties and Job Descriptions
Job duties include additional responsibilities as assigned by one’s supervisor or other manager related to the position/department. This job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. The Company reserves the right at any time with or without notice to alter or change job responsibilities, reassign or transfer job position or assign additional job responsibilities, subject to applicable law. The company shall provide reasonable accommodations of known disabilities to enable a qualified applicant or employee to apply for employment, perform the essential functions of the job, or enjoy the benefits and privileges of employment as required by the law.
Important Information
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of associates so classified.
The Company is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment practices without regard to age, race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, religion, physical or mental disability, or any other category protected by law. As part of this commitment, the Company shall provide reasonable accommodations of known disabilities to enable an applicant or employee to apply for employment, perform the essential functions of the job, or enjoy the benefits and privileges of employment as required by the law.
Job Locations US-TX-Plano | US-GA-Atlanta | US-FL-Jacksonville | US-NC-Charlotte | US-AL-Birmingham | US-CA-Irvine | US-KS-Kansas City
Primary Posting Location : City Plano
Primary Posting Location : State/Province TX
Postal Code 30301
Primary Posting Location : Country US
Requisition ID 2022-421276
Position Type Full Time
Category Professional: (IT, Finance, Legal, HR, Talent Acquisition, Administrative, Customer Service)