Assistant Controller

Assistant ControllerLocation: Valencia, CA, United States, 91355Company: Chart IndustriesEnsuring Chart’s Success…An assistant controller manages the accounting functions under the general direction of finance leadership, including establishing and maintaining accounting principles, practices, and procedures. Provides oversight and coordination of operating reports and statutory filings, establishes and maintains financial controls. The assistant controller assists in setting strategic direction for the accounting department, aligning department goals to help achieve its objectives.What Your Day-to-Day Activities Will Be…

Assisting local team in the direction of the accounting functions of an organization

Ensuring timeliness and accuracy of the financial statements

Preparation of budgets and financial reports and overseeing their evaluation

Presenting the various accounting reports to the top management and making suitable observations and recommendation

Monitoring investment policies and operations of the company

Managing operational data and maintaining data accuracy and integrity

Audits work flow to ensure that all accounting transactions are processed accurately and in compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles

Reviewing financial data periodically to ensure fairness and completeness of the data

Reviews and justifies the expense reports and other expenditures

Drive the preparation of monthly journal entries

Responsible for Project accounting including POC revenue recognition

Helps maintain accountability of the financial resources of the company

Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal reporting requirements

Handles personally or supervises general ledger reconciliations

Assists Finance leadership with a variety of tasks as needed

Reviews monthly closing processes to prevent errors

Handles special projects as requested by management

Helps with preparation of the yearly audit

Helps maintain the internal control environment

Assists with safeguarding the assets of investors

Stays current on changes in regulations and other industry news

Your Education Should Be…

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting/Finance

5 years of accounting experience (manufacturing accounting preferred)

CMA or CPA preferred

Periodic weekend or evening work is expected

Your Physical Work Environment Will Require…

Primarily in an office environment

Thisis largely a sedentary role; however, some filing is required. This would require the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets and bend or stand as necessary.

Office environment – walking, standing, and other office related activities

Your Professional Experience Should Be…

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations

Ability to respond effectively to the most sensitive inquiries and complaints

Effective and persuasive presentation skills on controversial or complex topics to top management, public groups and/or board of directors

Displays vast knowledge of math and exceptional accounting skills

Possesses strong leadership, supervisory and management abilities

Has excellent critical thinking as well as analytical skills

Exhibits strong computer skills and knowledge of relevant technology

Demonstrates extensive knowledge of financial software programs

Possesses exceptional organizational skills and is an effective time manager and multi-tasker

Displays the ability to pay close attention to detail

Demonstrates good interpersonal skills along with excellent verbal and written communication skills

Has a working knowledge accepting accounting practices and financial accounting standards

Excellent Excel skills are needed and experience in an ERP financial implementation is a plus

Chart is an equal opportunity employerSalary: 142,000 to $150,500Need an AccommodationNeed an accommodation with your job application or recruitment process ? Let us know! Chart Industries welcomes qualified individuals with disabilities and provides reasonable accommodations for the hiring process. Don't hesitate to contact the [Human Resources Department] at 770-721-8838 or chartrecruiting@chartindustries.com to discuss your needs.