Assistant Controller

Join a well-established professional services firm in the Kansas City area as an Assistant Controller, where your contributions in accounting operations and finance will drive material business impact and support strategic planning. You'll have the opportunity to drive sophistication across financial reporting and forecasting, providing the business with clarity regarding real-time performance.

• Reputable Company: Join a well respected Professional Services Firm with a strong, memorable brand.
• Professional Growth: Work in a high-growth environment with a clear career development opportunities.
• Strategic Influence: Play a key role in shaping financial processes and supporting business decision-making.

Hiring Priorities
• Accounting Expertise: 5-8 years of progressive experience in accounting operations and financial reporting
• Public Accounting experience: Must have public accounting experience
• CPA: Strong preference for candidate to hold active CPA
Preferred Experience
• Leadership Skills: Proven ability to manage and mentor accounting teams effectively.
• Industry Accounting: Management-level experience in an operating company.

• Financial Reporting: Prepare, review, and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements to ensure accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.
• Accounting Operations Management: Oversee daily accounting functions including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger maintenance, and bank reconciliations.
• Budgeting and Forecasting: Assist in the development and monitoring of budgets and financial forecasts to support strategic planning and decision-making.
• Internal Controls: Implement and maintain internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure adherence to regulatory requirements.
• Strategic Business Planning: Deliver financial reporting and performance analytics to executive leadership along with unique insights. Must go 'beyond the numbers' and provide commentary to support strategic business planning.

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