Assistant Unit Controller

Description <-- Simple Share Buttons Adder 7.4.17 simplesharebuttons.com -->TwitterLinkedinFacebookGooglePinterestemailAssistant Business Unit ControllerJob SummaryThe Assistant Business Unit Controller is responsible for overseeing complex accounting activities technical accounting research government accounting compliance and the development and enhancement of accounting processes and internal controls. This role serves as a key advisor to Finance leadership on accounting matters ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP government contract requirements and company policies while driving efficiency accuracy and continuous improvement across accounting operations.The Assistant Business Unit Controller leads critical accounting initiatives supports audits develops accounting policies and partners cross-functionally to ensure financial transactions are properly recorded and reported. This position combines technical accounting expertise with operational leadership and process improvement responsibilities.Essential Job Responsibilities and ResultsTechnical Accounting & Financial ReportingResearch interpret and apply complex accounting guidance under U.S. GAAP.Prepare technical accounting analyses and memoranda for significant transactions and emerging accounting issues.Develop maintain and communicate accounting policies and procedures.Evaluate the accounting implications of new business initiatives contracts acquisitions financing arrangements and other complex transactions.Support the preparation and review of monthly quarterly and annual financial statements.Ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulatory reporting requirements.Partner with external auditors to support annual audits and financial statement reviews.Government Accounting & ComplianceEnsure compliance with applicable government accounting regulations contract requirements and reporting standards.Support accounting and financial reporting for government contracts grants and regulated funding arrangements.Monitor compliance with FAR DFARS CAS and other applicable government accounting requirements as relevant.Coordinate responses to government audits inquiries and financial reviews.Oversee the development and maintenance of documentation supporting indirect cost allocations cost pools and other government accounting methodologies.Collaborate with operational and project teams to ensure proper cost accumulation billing support and contract compliance.Accounting Operations & Process ImprovementLead efforts to improve accounting processes workflows controls and efficiencies.Evaluate existing accounting procedures and implement best practices to strengthen accuracy compliance and scalability.Develop and monitor key accounting controls to ensure effective risk management and financial integrity.Drive automation initiatives and improvements within ERP and financial systems.Establish standardized processes and documentation to support operational consistency.Identify opportunities to streamline month-end and year-end close activities.Leadership & CollaborationSupervise and mentor accounting staff as assigned.Review work performed by accounting team members and provide coaching and development.Partner with Finance Operations Human Resources Legal and other departments on accounting-related matters.Support budgeting forecasting and strategic financial initiatives.Lead special projects and process improvement initiatives as assigned.Qualifications Education Experience and CertificationsBachelor&8217s degree in Accounting Finance or a related field required Master&8217s degree preferred.CPA strongly preferred.8 years of progressive accounting experience.Experience with technical accounting research and application of U.S. GAAP.Experience supporting government contracts government accounting regulated industries or similar compliance-intensive environments preferred.Experience leading accounting process improvement initiatives.Supervisory or leadership experience of 3 to 5 years required.Public accounting experience is a plus.Knowledge Skills and AbilitiesAdvanced knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting requirements.Strong understanding of government accounting principles and compliance requirements.Ability to interpret and apply complex accounting guidance.Experience developing accounting policies and internal controls.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.Excellent written and verbal communication skills including the ability to communicate technical accounting concepts to non-financial audiences.Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.Experience with Infor FSM Microsoft Dynamics Gov Con and Adaptive Reporting is a plus.Strong project management and organizational skills.Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.Work EnvironmentTypically works in an office environment with adequate lighting and ventilation and a normal range of temperature and noise levels.Valid Florida driver&8217s license required.Physical EffortMost work requires normal physical effort.Manual DexterityRequires moderate use of a personal computer including word processing spreadsheets financial modeling and presentation software for compiling reports statistical data financial analyses presentations memoranda and other similar documents.Key Improvements MadeCorrected grammar and formatting inconsistencies.Standardized capitalization and section headings.Improved sentence flow and readability.Corrected government accounting acronyms DFARS.Fixed wording in the government accounting documentation responsibility.Updated terminology for a more professional and executive-level presentation while preserving all original content and responsibilities.Provide your feedback on BizChatExplore transportation and logistics industry job opportunities from Hawaii to Alaska

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