Associate Controller

In collaboration with the Controller, the Associate Controller recommends, implements, operates and controls accounting policies and procedures.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Generation of financial statements, financial reports, and other information reports and requests
• Ensures the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting
• Performs periodic analyses
• Maintains bookkeeping files
• Perform clerical duties and a variety of bookkeeping and accounting functions including accounts receivable, accounts payable, and processing of payroll
• Prepare and maintain employee benefits and other mandatory remittances
• Maintain and install accounting software and file backup
• Manage contract and price negotiation with office vendors and service providers
• Communication to team and management on project development, timelines, and results
• Work closely with other team members to meet defined and agreed upon objectives
• Monitor and administer dashboards, key reporting tools, and point out key areas of importance in accordance with goals
• Assist Controller with general office tasks and projects
• Primary contact person for facilities maintenance, mailing, shipping, supplies, equipment, errands, invoices, contracts, routine information technology items, and other
• Other duties as assigned by management

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• Two to five years of experience in a related position
• Bachelor’s Degree
• Outstanding ability to think creatively to identify and resolve problems

REQUIRED JOB SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Solid understanding of fiscal controls, office management responsibilities, systems, and procedures
• Ability to analyze and interpret financial data and prepare financial reports, statements, and/or projections
• Skill in examining and re-engineering operations and procedures, formulating policy, and developing and implementing new strategies and procedures
• An ability to clearly and articulately communicate thoughts and points, including technical concepts, effectively to a varied audience
• Excellent analytical, organizational, project management and time management skills
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize work in an environment where priorities can change rapidly
• Strong attention to detail and independent problem-solving skills
• Computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word
• Ability to readily learn and efficiently utilize industry-specific software and related procedures
• High level of integrity and self-motivation
• Strong ethics with a willingness to sign and abide by a confidentiality agreement
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team and foster a cooperative work environment
• Ability to accomplish organizational goals by accepting ownership to fully completing responsibilities
• Ability to properly handle confidential information and a strong sense of discretion
• Practical understanding of information technology with the ability to troubleshoot, set up, update, and assist employees related information technology needs

DESIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Experience in the Financial Services industry
• Knowledge of human resources management practices and procedures with the ability to further develop and implement employer human resources policies

ADDITIONAL NOTES

• Ability to sit for an extended period, hear, see, lift no less than 20 pounds
• Background check results that are acceptable to the employer
• Ability to travel infrequently to Cannon branch office locations, attend training events, conferences, and/or other locations