Assistant Controller

LAUNCH Technical Workfo•Oak Brook, IL

7d•Onsite

About The Position

LAUNCH is a leading aviation services company headquartered in Oak Brook, IL that is searching for an Assistant Controller. As a key member of the finance team, the Assistant Controller reports to the Controller and is responsible for the day-to-day accounting activities, the month-end close process, and the preparation of financial statements. The Controller will lead and direct all accounting department personnel while also being hands-on with key accounting processes. The Assistant Controller will assist the Controller with higher level special projects.

Requirements

Experience supervising, developing, and mentoring multiple people
Advanced experience with Microsoft Office Suite
Excellent written and oral communication skills; must be able to communicate effectively across all levels of the organization
Personal integrity and commitment to individual and team accountability
Detail-oriented and committed to 100% accuracy of all information
Strong IT skills including an understanding of ERP systems; experience with IT systems upgrades or implementations is a plus
Ability to adhere to LAUNCH’s Mission and Values
Bachelor’s degree in accounting
Must be 21 years of age
10 years in an accounting role
5 years management experience
Advanced level Microsoft excel
Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (word, excel, PowerPoint)

Nice To Haves

Experience with operational accounting in a professional service, legal, or consulting company preferred
Experience in a rapid growth environment preferred
Experience in a high transactional volume business is a plus
Public accounting experience preferred with Big 4 experience a plus
CPA preferred

Responsibilities

Primary owner of all general ledger accounts for multiple divisions; review and approve entries made by direct reports and manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual account reconciliations
Lead the month-end close process for all entities in a timely and accurate manner in conformity with GAAP
Oversee credit checks for potential customers
Ensure that appropriate internal controls are established, documented, and followed related to cash, accounts receivable, fixed assets, accounts payable, accrued expenses, and capital accounts
Manage and improve all financial reporting; identify opportunities and implement solutions to improve processes through automation, standardization, etc.
Supervise and mentor all accounting department staff; foster a culture of engagement, accountability, and continuous improvement; determine staffing requirement needed to support the company’s business plans
Monitor and analyze all department work to develop more efficient procedures and uses of personnel while maintaining the highest levels of accuracy and timeliness
Prepare monthly financial statements (income statement, balance sheet and cash flows) including flux analysis
Analyze debt agreements to understand terms and conditions as well as covenant compliance
Understand lease accounting (ASC 842)
Assist Controller with accounting research/technical accounting transactions
Oversee revenue recognition and subscription-based accounting principles of the Digital Marketplace segments
Other duties as assigned.