Assistant Controller

CIEE Inc

89d

About The Position

CIEE is a nonprofit study abroad and intercultural exchange organization that transforms lives and builds bridges between individuals and nations through study abroad and international exchange experiences that help people develop skills for living in a globally interdependent and multi-cultural world. The Assistant Controller will lead daily accounting operations for both Corporate and Study Center Accounting, AR & Billing, AP disbursement, tax compliance, internal audit, and assist on annual audit for the organization. The role will have responsibility for internal control, the accuracy, timeliness and quality of the audited financial statements, and compliance with financial related regulatory requirements including tax compliance across all jurisdictions.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or Equivalent discipline required.
• Master’s degree is a plus.
• Certified Public Accountant.
• A minimum of 7 years of related and progressively responsible experience with at least 3 years of staff management experience.
• Tax reporting and compliance experience.
• Experience in annual audit and internal audit required.
• Public accounting experiences preferred.
• Experience in a complex and multinational organization.
• Strong leadership skills and excellent organizational skills.
• Strong written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to embrace CIEE’s Core Values (Excellence, Integrity, Respect, Inclusion and Problem Solving) and culture.

Responsibilities

• Lead on all accounting operations including, but not limited to: Review and monitor all financial transactions.
• Oversee the month end account reconciliations and closing process.
• Conduct variance analysis and explain variances as necessary.
• Ensure that accounting policies, procedures, and processes are established and followed in accordance with US GAAP.
• Oversee fixed asset accounting, lease accounting, investment accounting, payroll and benefit accounting, grant management, and Capital Expenditures.
• Respond to internal requests for financial data and budget inquiries.
• Evaluate, identify any material control gaps, and implement appropriate internal controls over the company’s accounting processes and financial reporting.
• Establish where necessary, update, and maintain the organization’s accounting policies, practices, guidelines, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and enforce compliance.
• Hire, train, and develop a team of accounting professionals.
• Lead the preparation and filing IRS 990, 990-T if any, and other applicable tax forms.
• Conduct research and implement applicable FASB & US GAAP into the accounting practices as required.
• Lead on conducting internal audits on study centers for its internal controls and reporting to Corporate Controller and the leadership team.
• Review and approve all AP disbursement requests with required support and appropriate approval from authorized budgetary owner(s).
• Oversee the AR & billing team and ensure timely billing and collections.
• Oversee and make improvements to the operation of the organization’s financial accounting system Oracle NetSuite.
• Lead and manage projects to improve effectiveness & efficiency of financial transaction flows, and integrity of financial information.
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Paid time off and Parental leave
• Gym Reimbursement Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Short-term & Long-term Disability
• 6 floating Fridays (based on our eligibility rules)
• CIEE Study Abroad and TEFL Program discounts
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with employer contribution
• Insurance Coverage (life, travel, medical, dental and vision)
• Flexible Spending Accounts/Health Savings Account (medical and dependent)
• Voluntary Benefits (identity theft protection, pet insurance, accident, and critical illness)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees