Assistant Controller

CPA & Prior Big 4 Public Accounting Experience preferred Direct the monthly domestic financial close, including coordination with the Corporate and Business Unit finance teams to ensure timely and accurate reporting. Ownership of the Domestic General Ledger. Oversee the monthly global financial consolidation, including preparation and/or review of internal and external financial statements, analyses, covenant compliance schedules and quarterly MD&A reporting to lenders. Function as the critical accounting resource and subject matter expert for fully integrated ERP System (Oracle). Serve as key accounting knowledge resource to the domestic and international business units on the application of US GAAP and interpretation of transactions in accordance with loan agreements. Review of key accounting reconciliations and judgmental reserves for clarity, completeness and validity of assumptions. Ensures proper application of company’s revenue recognition & expense recording policies. Perform technical accounting research and prepare draft memoranda to support new accounting positions and/or other finance matters. Effectively partner with financial planning and analysis department to ensure timely sharing and dissemination of key financial information affecting the global financial forecast. Assist the Global Controller with the development, formalization and/or refinement of company-wide finance policies and procedures, with continuous focus on operational process improvement, compliance with accounting standards and adherence to best practices. Coordinate annual financial statement and ERISA audits with independent accountants. Supervise, develop and mentor accounting staff. Special projects, as needed, including preparation of presentations for board meetings, etc. CPA REQUIRED; Bachelors or Master’s Degree in Accounting or equivalent field preferred; 6+ years of strong accounting including experience within a Big 4, National, or mid-sized accounting firm. Consumer products and/or media & entertainment experience preferred but not a must. Supervision of teams both in a direct and indirect capacity. $110K to $130K plus bonus Please email kzalfino@clarkdavis.com Fortune 500 Consumer Products Company