Corporate Assistant Controller

AVIAT US INC•Austin, TX

About The Position

About the Role: The Corporate Assistant Controller will be responsible for overseeing global consolidation, Revenue Assurance, SEC reporting and technical accounting, and SOX compliance for Aviat Networks. This is a highly visible leadership position, reporting to the VP Corporate Controller. Additionally, this role will assist in other significant projects, which vary based on our business transactions and priorities (e.g., acquisitions, divestitures, new accounting policies, new types of transactions, training initiatives, financial systems support, etc.).

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance or related degree
CPA Required
A minimum of 10 years of relevant experience, preferably with a mix of public accounting and manufacturing experience
Strong understanding and application of GAAP and SEC/financial reporting requirements including financial statements and financial statements footnotes.
Deep knowledge of general ledger systems and foreign currency translation
Attention to detail and accuracy is a must.
Ability to understand issues, demonstrate resourcefulness and pro-actively resolve problems and manage multiple projects in a timely manner.
Strong interpersonal skills
Excellent planning and problem-solving skills with the ability to work in a fast paced and limited resource environment.
Strong communication skills including providing guidance to international teams
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Oracle
Self-motivated and self-directed, must have demonstrated ability to work well with people.

Responsibilities

Leads the preparation, review, and filing of all SEC reports (Forms 8-K, 10-Q, 10-K).
Coordinates efforts with internal groups and external stakeholders for SEC filings.
Reviews consolidated financial statements and other data for press releases.
Evaluates the impact of new accounting standards and lead their implementation.
Advises on technical accounting matters and complex business transactions.
Leads the development, implementation, and maintenance of global accounting policies.
Other duties as assigned.
Leads the SOX PMO function.
Ensures ongoing SOX compliance.
Provides recommendations and remediation plans for control deficiencies.
Other duties as assigned.
Develops consolidation process and systems to enable a fast and efficient monthly close.
Leads the review of business unit balance sheets, key financial metrics, and global finance policy compliance.
Provides consultation to our business unit finance teams related to accounting and reporting topics; be the main point of contact.
Oversees the worldwide monthly/quarterly accounting closes.
Other duties as assigned.
Develops and trains accounting staff on policies and procedures.
Recognizes skill gaps of team and offer training opportunities to enhance competencies.
Identifies potential successors for key roles and develop their capabilities.
Other duties as assigned.
Reviews proposals and advise the legal team on revenue accounting implications prior to contract execution.
Examines contracts and modifications, to determine accounting treatment in accordance with ASC 606, and provide feedback on implications of contract language on revenue recognition and financial reporting and draft technical accounting memos to document positions as required.
Reviews and posts revenue contracts and bundled elements to ensure the revenue allocation is appropriate and in accordance with ASC 606.
Advises the Pricing, Sales, Billing, Collection, and Order management teams to ensure proper accounting rules and contractual terms are being applied appropriately.
Oversees the month-end close process for all revenue-related processes and tasks.
Work with FP&A and Sales teams to ensure accurate forecast of revenue and investigate and resolve any identified issues.
Responds to quarterly requests from internal auditors for SOX compliance.
Identifies opportunities for and implementing improvements to our business processes to help increase the efficiency and accuracy of order to cash.
Performs contract reviews to identify any complex accounting issues and draft technical accounting memos to document positions.
Other duties as assigned.