Assistant Controller

Company: Latitude Inc.
Location: New York
Posted on: February 25, 2021

Job Description:

Pay: $75-95k Ideal Salary Range + Benefits (Direct Hire) Full Job Description We are seeking an experienced Assistant Controller to support a growing federal government contractor. This is a growth role! Duties:

• Support the Controller in day-to-day activities
• Timely month-end financial close to include but not limited to financial statement preparation; reconciliation of balance sheet accounts and journal entry preparation and recording
• Coordinate financial audits (CPA, Government, Bank) with the Controller and CFO
• Primary responsibility for ALL audit inquiries/responses, subject to the supervision of the Controller
• Delegation and oversight of data entry tasks with junior accounting staff
• Ensure we comply with regulatory and in-house standards and best practices
• Establish and maintain internal control systems in accordance with GST's written accounting procedures
• Reconcile accounts monthly (GL/Bank)
• Assist with and/or be hands on with the processing and submission of invoices
• Review financial data on a quarterly basis and consult with the Controller about problems or discrepancies Required Education/Experience/Skills:
  • BA/BS in Accounting. CPA preferred (not required)
  • 5 years with a Federal government contractor
  • Requisite knowledge of US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
  • Knowledge of FAR and cost accounting requirements for government contracts
  • Proficiency in MS Office Suite, with advanced skills in Excel
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
  • Excellent analytical, organizational, oral and written skills
  • Deltek Costpoint experience highly preferred

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