Assistant Controller

Keenfinity•Burnsville, MN

About The Position

The Assistant Controller is a key member of the finance team, partnering closely with the Regional Controller to drive accurate, timely, and high-quality accounting and financial reporting across the business unit. The role supports critical close and reporting activities, strengthens accounting controls, and helps ensure financial information is accurate, reliable, and compliant. It offers broad exposure to the business and opportunities to improve processes and develop toward future financial leadership.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
At least 4 years of progressive accounting experience, including month-end close, account reconciliations, journal entries, and financial reporting.
Strong knowledge of GAAP/IFRS and financial reporting standards.
Experience with ERP or accounting software, such as SAP.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
Strong analytical and numerical skills.
Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
Strong organizational and time-management skills.
Ability to manage priorities and meet tight reporting deadlines.
Effective communication and stakeholder-management skills.
Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with the broader finance team.

Nice To Haves

Public accounting or external audit experience.
CPA, CMA, or progress toward a professional accounting certification.

Responsibilities

Prepare and execute month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities, including journal entries, account analysis, and balance sheet reconciliations.
Review and analyze general ledger activity to ensure account balances are accurate, supported, and complete.
Assist with preparation and analysis of monthly financial statements, management reports, and reporting deliverables.
Investigate accounting discrepancies, unusual variances, and reconciling items and ensure timely resolution.
Partner with the BPO team to execute accounting activities, resolve issues, and complete month-end close deliverables on time.
Support accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and cash management activities.
Maintain accurate financial records, supporting documentation, and audit-ready accounting processes.
Support compliance with accounting standards, including GAAP/IFRS, and accurate, timely financial reporting.
Support external audits by preparing reconciliations and documentation and responding to auditor inquiries.
Assist with statutory, tax, and regulatory reporting requirements.
Help maintain and strengthen internal controls, accounting procedures, and supporting documentation.
Document accounting processes, methodologies, and key controls.
Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, reporting, documentation, and internal controls, and help implement solutions.
Assist the Financial Controller with financial analysis, special projects, and other initiatives.