Assistant Controller

Detector Electronics LLC • Stamford, CT

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About The Position

Reporting to the Global Controller, the Assistant Controller will be responsible for helping to steer the accounting activities for the business. The role requires a capable and highly determined individual with the desire to drive change and partner with key stakeholders of the business including the CEO, CFO, Controller, Treasurer, Directors of Tax and Financial Planning and the Divisional CFOs and their finance teams. You will have thorough knowledge of US GAAP, accounting policies and procedures and finance, maintain integrity in financial reporting and help Spectrum’s management team generate exceptional outcomes for company stakeholders through excellent financial management. This position will be based at our international headquarters in Stamford, Connecticut.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting; CPA preferred
• 8+ years of accounting and finance experience with global companies, including 3+ years accounting experience gained with a large international or US audit firm
• In-depth knowledge of US GAAP, with exposure to IFRS preferred, and the ability to prepare consolidated financial statements and related notes
• Experience with a financial consolidation package; strong understanding of Microsoft Excel

Responsibilities

• Help manage Spectrum’s geographically dispersed accounting teams, ensuring timely and accurate execution of accounting operations in compliance with US GAAP
• Direct monthly financial consolidation processes and the preparation of consolidated financial statements
• Ensure an effective and efficient monthly financial close and help manage a successful year-end audit
• Develop, implement and maintain consistent accounting policies, financial controls and guidelines for reporting in compliance with US GAAP

Benefits

• A dynamic and internationally oriented work environment in a company with a strong growth strategy
• Competitive salary and benefits package

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees