Assistant Controller - Atlanta GA

Accelecom•Sandy Springs, GA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Accelecom is currently seeking a full-time Assistant Controller. You will be responsible for the day-to-day accounting functions as well as providing guidance in a strategic role withing the company. Accelecom is a telecommunications service provider. More specifically, the Assistant Controller will be accountable for the administrative, financial, and accounting operations of the company in Georgia and Kentucky, to include the productions of financial reports, maintenance of an adequate system of accounting records, and a comprehensive set of controls and budget designed to mitigate risk, enhance the accuracy of the company’s reported financial results, and ensure that reported results comply with generally accepted accounting principles. The Assistant Controller will also be responsible for contributing to the development of a financial and operational strategy, metrics, tied to that strategy, and the ongoing development and monitoring of control systems designed to preserve the Company’s business and assets. The candidate should be highly experienced in the management of working capital, accounts payable and receivables. The successful candidate will have a bachelor’s in accounting or business administration, or equivalent business experiences, as well as knowledge of bookkeeping and must understand accrual and cash-basis accounting as well as bank reconciliations. This is an exciting opportunity for finance leader to maximize and strengthen the internal capacity of a growing organization.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in accounting or business administration.
At least 5 years of progressive accounting experience.
Familiarity and experience using common accounting software such as Sage, QuickBooks, NetSuite, etc.
Experience managing an audit/working with external auditors.
Excellent interpersonal, time management, problem solving, and organizational skills, with an attention to detail, high degree of accuracy, and ability to prioritize work.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
Knowledge of bookkeeping and generally accepted accounting principles.
Excellent verbal communication, professionalism, and organization.

Nice To Haves

Experience in telecommunications, Internet, wireless or cable TC is preferred.

Responsibilities

Administer and review all financial plans; monitor progress and changes and keep the leadership team abreast of the organization’s financial status, including managing organizational cash flow, preparing cash flow forecasting, and reconciling bank and investment accounts.
Oversee financial accounting systems for cash management, accounts payable, account receivable, invoicing, and credit control.
Prepare, submit, manage and track monthly invoicing. Ensure that accounts payable are paid in a timely manager and accounts receivables are collected promptly.
Manage the payroll function ensuring efficient systems, processes and controls. Process and submit statutory and benefit remittances on time.
Oversee and prepare monthly and year-to-date financials with accompanying analysis.
Responsible for the delivery of cost-effective and efficient accounting and financial systems, policies and processes that meet the current and future business requirements of the organizations.
Proved ongoing financial modeling and analysis to support the development of short- and long-term strategic initiatives and business plans.
Provide recommendations to strategically enhance financial positions, performance and business opportunities.
Develop, analyze and maintain timely and accurate financial statements and reports that are appropriate for the company to assist in management of the business.
Manage reimbursements, appropriately allocating costs on credit card statements.
Liaise with appropriate vendors and suppliers.
Manage audit functions with external auditors.
Establish and maintain strong relationships with leadership to identify their needs and seek a full range of business solutions.
Perform all other duties as needed and assigned.