Assistant Controller in Houston, Texas - #66147 | VanderHouwen

Description

Job Id: 66147

Assistant Controller
Our innovative client seeks an experienced Assistant Controller to join their organization. This is a stellar opportunity to work with a growing company that aims to make history in their sector!

Assistant Controller Responsibilities

• Oversee and mentor accounting team members ensuring timely and accurate month end close.
• Review GL transactions and reconciliations for accuracy and compliance.
• Handle fixed asset accounting functions (annual inventory, depreciation, write offs).
• Continuously assess accounting processes for opportunities to improve efficiency and accuracy.
• Ad-hoc financial reporting, auditing, and annual tax/audit filing support.

Assistant Controller Qualifications

• Must be eligible to work under Department of Energy 10 CFR Part 810.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field; MBA or CPA a plus.
• 8 years of progressive multi-entity accounting experience including 3 years of supervisory responsibility.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and SOX requirements/compliance.
• Proficiency with ERP systems and advanced Excel skills required; prior ERP implementation experience a plus.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills with the ability to interact at all levels of the organization.
• Deadline-driven with the ability to effectively manage competing priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.

Salary: $95k-$130k (DOE) 
 

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Benefits
Benefits are available to eligible full-time employees and include coverage for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long term disability, FSA, 401k with employer match, parental leave, professional development opportunities, and vendor service discounts.

About VanderHouwen   
VanderHouwen is an award-winning, Women-Owned, WBENC certified professional staffing firm. Founded in 1987, VanderHouwen has been successfully placing experienced professionals throughout the Pacific Northwest and nationwide.  Our recruitment teams are highly specialized in either Technology and IT, Engineering, or Accounting and Finance career markets. Our recruiters value building meaningful, professional relationships with each candidate as well as developing honed knowledge of companies' staffing needs and workplaces. Partner with us to land your next exciting career.  

VanderHouwen is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify. VanderHouwen does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state or federal civil rights laws.