Telecom Assistant Controller

Alantra•Anchorage, AK

23d

About The Position

The Telecom Assistant Controller supports the Controller in overseeing accounting operations, financial reporting, internal controls, regulatory compliance, and financial analysis for a telecommunications organization. This role is responsible for ensuring accurate accounting for telecom-specific transactions, including network assets, IRUs, dark fiber arrangements, leased facilities, revenue recognition, capital projects, and federal or state grant programs. The position assists in maintaining compliance with U.S. GAAP, SOX requirements, tax regulations, and telecommunications reporting obligations.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field
Eight (8) years of progressive accounting experience.
Three (3) years in a supervisory role.
Telecommunications industry experience is strongly preferred.
Experience with SOX compliance, external audits, and financial reporting.
Strong U.S. GAAP knowledge.
Understanding of: ASC 606 Revenue Recognition, ASC 842 Leases, Fixed asset accounting, Telecom network accounting.
ERP system experience (Workday)
Demonstrated proficiency using Microsoft Office suite, including Word, Advanced Excel, Access, and Outlook.

Nice To Haves

CPA or advanced degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close activities.
Review journal entries, account reconciliations, and support schedules.
Assist in preparation of GAAP financial statements and management reporting packages.
Support external audit and regulatory audit requirements.
Coordinate consolidation activities and intercompany accounting.
Oversee accounting for: Fiber networks and telecommunications infrastructure, Indefeasible Rights of Use (IRUs), Dark fiber agreements and capacity swaps, Network construction and capital projects, Asset acquisitions and dispositions, Site leases and tower agreements.
Ensure proper capitalization and depreciation of network assets.
Support accounting analyses under ASC 606, ASC 842, ASC 805, ASC 360, and other applicable standards.
Assist with design, implementation, and monitoring of SOX controls.
Maintain accounting policies and procedures.
Coordinate management testing and remediation activities.
Support risk assessments and control documentation.
Ensure compliance with company accounting policies.
Review accounting for telecom services including: Enterprise services, Wholesale services, Broadband and transport services, Carrier contracts.
Partner with operations and revenue assurance teams to ensure revenue accuracy.
Support regulatory reporting requirements as applicable.
Assist in annual budgeting and forecasting processes.
Analyze financial results and identify variances.
Provide financial support for strategic projects and capital investments.
Develop management reporting and KPI dashboards.
Supervise accounting staff and senior accountants.
Review workpapers and reconciliations.
Provide coaching and professional development.
Foster continuous process improvement initiatives.