Assistant Controller

Keenfinity•Burnsville, MN

15d•$95,000 - $110,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Controller will be 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. This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious accounting professional to expand their expertise, gain broad exposure to the business, and build a strong foundation for future financial leadership. In this role, you’ll have a direct impact on the integrity of the company’s financial reporting—supporting critical close and reporting activities, strengthening accounting controls, and ensuring financial information is accurate, reliable, and compliant. You’ll also have the opportunity to identify improvements, solve problems, and contribute to initiatives that enhance the effectiveness of the finance function.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
4+ years of relevant accounting or financial reporting experience.
Strong knowledge of GAAP/IFRS and financial reporting standards.
Experience with ERP/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 while collaborating effectively with the broader finance team.
Indefinite U.S. work authorized individuals only. Future sponsorship for work authorization is not available.

Nice To Haves

A professional accounting qualification or progress toward one (e.g., CPA, ACCA, CMA, CIMA) is an advantage.

Responsibilities

Support the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing processes.
Prepare and review journal entries and general ledger transactions.
Assist with the preparation and analysis of monthly financial statements and management reports.
Monitor accounting transactions and investigate discrepancies or unusual variances.
Work closely with the BPO partner in the preparation and review of balance sheet account reconciliations.
Support accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and cash management activities.
Help ensure financial records remain accurate, complete, and properly maintained.
Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards, including GAAP/IFRS, and regulatory requirements.
Support the preparation of statutory, tax, and regulatory reports.
Coordinate information requests from external auditors.
Help maintain and strengthen internal controls and accounting procedures.
Identify opportunities to enhance accounting processes, reporting, and financial controls.
Assist the Financial Controller with financial analysis and ad hoc projects.
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across the finance function.