Assistant Controller

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a detail-oriented Assistant Controller to join our team on a long-term contract basis in Meridian, Idaho. In this role, you will play a critical part in managing financial operations, ensuring accuracy in accounting processes, and supporting departmental needs. This position requires strong analytical skills and a solid understanding of accounting principles to thrive in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities :

• Perform monthly account reconciliations to ensure accuracy and compliance with financial standards.
• Prepare and maintain monthly accounting workpapers to support financial reporting.
• Review housing costs against budgeted amounts and accrue for unspent funds appropriately.
• Verify the accuracy and completeness of housing revenue entries in financial systems.
• Research payment discrepancies for other departments and process journal entry reclassifications as needed.
• Provide guidance on account coding questions to divisional team members.
• Utilize accounting software such as Oracle EnterpriseOne and Concur to streamline operations and reporting.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure alignment on financial processes and procedures.
• Identify and implement improvements to enhance efficiency in accounting workflows and reporting.
• Maintain a strong understanding of accounting functions and tools, including Microsoft Excel and Office Suite.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in accounting or related roles with a focus on detail-oriented tasks.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience with payment processing and journal entry reclassifications.
• Familiarity with Oracle EnterpriseOne and Concur is highly desirable.
• Ability to conduct research analysis and provide accurate financial insights.
• Strong understanding of monthly account reconciliation and workpaper preparation.
• Knowledge of revenue accounting and account coding processes.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills to manage multiple tasks effectively.