Kforce has a client that is seeking an Assistant Controller in Linthicum, MD.
Summary:
We are seeking an experienced Assistant Controller to support corporate accounting, financial reporting, general ledger activities, and accounting operations. This role will partner closely with the Corporate Controller while also providing hands-on accounting support for assigned business units. The ideal candidate combines strong technical accounting skills with audit experience and the ability to lead and develop accounting staff.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist the Corporate Controller with accounting operations and financial reporting
- Assistant Controller will manage general ledger activities, including journal entries and account reconciliations
- Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes
- Prepare and review financial statements and supporting schedules
- Ensure accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls are properly documented and followed
- Research and resolve accounting discrepancies and financial reporting issues
- Prepare audit schedules and work directly with external auditors
- As an Assistant Controller, you will support budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis as needed
- Provide accounting support to business units and operational leadership
- Supervise, mentor, and develop accounting staff
- Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, reporting, and internal controls
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- 5+ years of progressive accounting or audit experience
- Strong general ledger, reconciliation, and financial reporting experience
- Month-end and year-end close experience
- Experience supporting external audits
- Strong knowledge of GAAP and internal controls
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
Preferred Qualifications:
- CPA certification
- 5-6 years of public accounting or external audit experience
- Supervisory or team leadership experience
- Construction or project-based accounting experience
- ERP and advanced Microsoft Excel experience
Key Skills:
- Corporate Accounting
- General Ledger
- Financial Reporting
- Month-End Close
- Account Reconciliations
- GAAP
- Internal Controls
- External Audit
- Financial Statement Preparation
- Staff Management & Development
- Process Improvement
- Microsoft Excel
The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.
We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.
Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.
This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.
Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
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