Job Title: Assistant Controller
Location: Wichita, KS
Reports To: Corporate Controller
Position Summary
The Assistant Controller plays a key role in managing the organization’s accounting operations and ensuring accurate financial reporting. This position supports the Corporate Controller in overseeing daily accounting activities, maintaining compliance with GAAP, and implementing internal controls. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, analytical, and capable of working in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Financial Reporting:
- Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual reconciliations and financial statements.
- Prepare consolidations and variance analysis.
- General Ledger Management:
- Oversee journal entries, account reconciliations, and month-end close processes.
- Ensure accuracy and timeliness of financial data.
- Monitor A/R Collections for cash flow forecasting.
- Compliance & Controls:
- Maintain adherence to GAAP and regulatory requirements.
- Support internal and external audits by providing documentation and explanations.
- Process Improvement:
- Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes and improve efficiency.
- Implement best practices for internal controls and reporting.
- Team Support:
- Supervise and mentor Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable staff.
- Collaborate with other departments to ensure accurate financial data.
Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA or CMA preferred).
- Experience: 3–5 years of progressive accounting experience; prior supervisory experience a plus.
- Skills:
- Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting.
- Proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Excel.
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
- SaaS experience is a plus.
Core Competencies
- Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
- Collaborative and team-oriented min