Assistant Unit Controller - New England District

Job Responsibilities

• Aid with the month-end close process, including all general ledger reconciliations and communications with Corporate Accounting.
• Support the planning and organization of accurate and timely reporting and forecasting of financial information.
• Prepare relevant and accurate information for meetings and research and resolve accounting/financial issues.
• Assist with preparing and developing the yearly business plan and monthly projections of revenue and expenses.
• Handle billing, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll processing, and expense management.
• Maintain focus on providing excellent customer service to internal and external customers, including driving contract compliance, billing accuracy, and timely/comprehensive collection of outstanding A/R balances.
• Support warehouse receiving and inventory, equipment capex, and other operations reviews or issues.
• Ensure core financial processes are grounded in the unit and evaluate to achieve efficiencies and cost savings through standardization, simplification, and automation.
• Maintain an effective internal control environment that adheres to the Business Conduct Policy for Accurate Books and Reporting.
• Ensure the implementation, adherence, and performance of all HQ-driven programs and processes.

Qualifications

• Preferred: Bachelor's degree or equivalent, preferably in accounting or finance.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in finance/accounting.
• Strong skills in managing daily operations including month/year end closings, accounts receivable, accounts payable, credit and collections.
• Considerable skills in preparing forecasts, controlling costs, and maximizing profits, and producing accurate reports.
• Knowledge of current computer systems and proficiency in Excel and spreadsheets essential.
• Strong analytical and process management skills.
• Has moved into progressively more responsible positions.
• Ability to work/manage others without formal authority.
• Flexibility to work an event-based schedule.