Assistant Controller, Stamford CT

Great opportunity to work at a leading manufacturing firm that has a high energy culture and great opportunity for growth.

Client Details

Great opportunity to work at a leading manufacturing firm that has a high energy culture and great opportunity for growth.

Description

• Assist in the preparation of consolidated financial statements
• Provide financial and operational support to the various subsidiaries, including providing accounting guidance on technical accounting issues
• Participate in accounting due diligence of prospective acquisitions
• Assist with purchase accounting and accounting integration of acquired entities
• Work with the internal audit department to ensure that the subsidiaries have appropriate financial and IT controls in place and are in compliance with 404 SOX requirements.
• Conduct financial analysis and prepare supporting schedules for internal and external (SEC) reporting and for use in the preparation of the tax provision and tax return
• Perform/assist with other duties and special projects

Profile

• CPA license required
• Masters in Accounting or Finance highly preferred
• Minimum of five to seven years of progressive experience in financial accounting
• Experience with researching technical accounting issues a plus
• Experience in manufacturing industry is a definite plus, with exposure to inventory reserve methodologies and cost accounting.
• Knowledge in areas such as financial consolidation of multiple subsidiaries, non-controlling interests, purchase accounting and foreign exchange accounting a definite plus
• Strong analytical and Excel skills; able to manipulate high volumes of data
• Strong work ethic (willingness to work hard and long hours, when needed)
• Strong interpersonal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively interact with subsidiary controllers and employees of all levels, including senior management
• Highly responsive to customer requirements, with a high attention for detail and accuracy
• Must be self-motivated and able to work independently and as part of a team
• Must be flexible and able to multi-task in a time-sensitive environment

Job Offer

Competitve Base Salary, Bonus, and Benefits

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