Assistant Controller

Media Source LLC

11h•Remote

About The Position

Join the dynamic and innovative team at Media Source LLC, home to Junior Library Guild, The Horn Book, Library Journal, School Library Journal and AKJ Education. Our passion for children’s literature shines through all our products & services. We are looking for a highly motivated Assistant Controller to join our fast growing, dynamic company. This position is fully remote. The Assistant Controller will serve as a trusted partner to the Controller and CFO and support our growth and strategy. The primary responsibilities include developing a strong team, overseeing accounting operations, and implementing new processes and systems that help us scale. About you: You love a good challenge, are driven by data, and thrive in a fast-paced environment. You have proven experience in managing a team, designing efficient processes, and maintaining day-to-day operations of an accounting department. You are comfortable at a high-growth company where things evolve quickly. You’re a leader who can operate at a high-level as well as deep in the details.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
Experience in leading a team
Minimum 5 years’ work experience in accounting roles
CPA preferred
Experience with preparation of GAAP financial reports
MS office skills, including Word and Excel, a must
Experience with SAP B1 a plus
Experience in distribution and/or publishing industries a plus
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Highly detailed-oriented and well organized

Nice To Haves

CPA preferred
Experience with SAP B1 a plus
Experience in distribution and/or publishing industries a plus

Responsibilities

Develop and provide leadership for the Accounting team
Oversee monthly financial closing procedures; ensuring timeliness and accuracy
Oversee the development and implementation of accounting processes and procedures
Review monthly account analysis prepared by Accounting team
Participate in development and tracking of capital and operational budgets
Assess processes and procedures and implement automation as necessary
Monitor and ensure compliance with GAAP standards and/or regulatory rules, including implementation of any changes
Assist with the development and refinement of financial and operational reports
Provide analysis and financial information to senior leaders to guide decision making
Interact and communicate effectively with Accounting team, other internal departments and customers at various levels
Complete special assignments as required by the Controller and CFO