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It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business. The Assistant Controller will work in the finance and accounting department to carry out consistent company procedures. They will be responsible for aspects of the accounting cycle including, but not limited to, daily bookkeeping, accounts payable management, accounts receivable management, payroll processing, monthly/yearly financial close, financial reporting, general ledger entries/reconciliations, budgeting, and general administrative tasks. The Assistant Controller will also be expected to contribute to efficiency improvements and recognize abnormal financial trends to discuss with the department manager/director. They will support the finance department offering insights for the manager to escalate to shareholders as needed. Outside of regular department activities, you may be pulled into mini-projects related to the overall company needs. Accounting and Payroll Day-to-day Accounts Receivable processes: setup of new clients, invoicing and billing adjustments, balance follow-up, and escalating to manager as needed Day-to-day Accounts Payables processes: new vendor setup, payment processing, and contract renewals Approves employee reimbursements Reviews expense requests that lie outside of budget allotments and present to accounting manager General Ledger entries General ledger and schedule reconciliations Participate in financial closes and make adjusting entries as needed Payroll entry and maintenance Expense Trending Actual to Budget Reporting Internal Controls Assist in developing and implementing goals, policies, priorities, and procedures relating to financial data, accounting inputs, and payroll. Participate as needed with internal audits involving review of accounting and administrative controls. Collaborate on the implementation of new system controls or financial systems and execute procedures to improve systems. Ensure compliance with company standards and procedures. Provide input on current processes and provide suggestions for improvements as well as resolve inadequacies in a quick and timely manner. Maintain clear and accurate documents/procedures for reference purposes. Collaborate on developing and implementing process plans, including personnel requirements, material needs, subcontract requirements, and equipment needs. Ensure operational compliance with policies, procedures, and regulations for any necessary entities. Assist or own departmental projects as requested. Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Education and Experience Required - Bachelor Degree in Finance/Accounting or 8+ years of equivalent experience in a Finance/Accounting role. Workday Financials experience. Experience in processing multi-state payroll. Experience with Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable. Preferred - Multi-state tax knowledge. Additional eligibility requirements Core Competencies - 5+ years of work experience in the following: Financial Concepts and Theories Analytical Skills Receivables & Payables Knowledge Systems Experience GL Experience Payroll Knowledge Affirmative Action/EEO statement Syssero is an equal-opportunity employer. At Syssero, we don’t just accept differences - we celebrate them, support them, and thrive on having them for the benefit of our employees, our services, and our community. Employment at Syssero is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence. Syssero does not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), or any other basis protected by law. It is Syssero's policy to comply with all applicable national, state, and local laws pertaining to nondiscrimination and equal opportunity. The Company's EEO policy, as well as its affirmative action obligations, includes the full and complete support of the Company, including its Chief Empowerment Officer. Because it's just the right thing to do. We hope you think so, too. Show more Show less
