At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead month-end close, oversee accounts payable, and ensure tax compliance.
- Company: Join a dynamic team in a growing construction company.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, career growth, and supportive work environment.
- Other info: Opportunity to work in a collaborative environment with diverse teams.
- Why this job: Make an impact in financial reporting while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in accounting and 3-5 years of relevant experience.
The predicted salary is between 82800 - 101200 $ per year.
The Assistant Corporate Controller is a key member of the corporate accounting leadership team and serves as a partner to the Corporate Controller in managing the corporate accounting and financial reporting functions.
This role provides direct supervision of the Accounts Payable Manager and accounts payable function, preparation of month end closing entries, and quarterly compliance.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Month-End Close & Financial Reporting
- Maintain month-end close schedule.
- Preparation of month-end close activities, reconciliations, and journal entries for review and approval. Prepare monthly bank reconciliations.
- Coordinate close activities between corporate accounting, regional controllers, and project teams.
- Identify opportunities to reduce the length of the closing cycle while maintaining accuracy and accountability.
- Assist the preconstruction teams and regional controllers with financial information needed for customer prequalifications.
- Accounts Payable
- Directly supervise the accounts payable manager
- Assist the accounts payable manager in improving the accuracy and timeliness of processing vendor invoices.
- Oversee vendor credit application processing and approval.
- Review and approve all new employee credit card applications. Order new credit cards, manage all internal requests for credit limit increases and resets.
- Tax Compliance
- Prepare monthly and annual sales tax filings in compliance with applicable laws.
- Prepare weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual payroll tax filings.
- Fixed Assets & Equipment Accounting
- Record new equipment acquisitions and maintain accurate asset records.
- Maintain and update the depreciation schedule in accordance with accounting standards.
- 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 and Responsibilities are not comprehensive and can be changed at any time, with or without notice.
- Required Experience, Education, and Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field
- Minimum 3 to 5 years of accounting experience, preferably in construction
- Demonstrated ability to lead monthly close process in a multi-division organization
- Knowledge of general ledger entries, fixed asset accounting, and balance sheet reconciliations
- Proficiency with ERP systems (Spectrum experience strongly preferred)
- Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
- Valid driver’s license
- Must have reliable transportation to the workplace(s)/ job location(s).
- Ability to pass drug screening.
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Assistant Corporate Controller in Grand Rapids employer: Kent Companies
Kent Companies is an exceptional employer that prioritizes the growth and well-being of its employees, offering a competitive compensation and benefits package tailored to individual needs. With a strong focus on leadership development and collaboration, employees are encouraged to thrive in a supportive work culture that values financial accountability and continuous improvement. Located in a dynamic industry, this role provides unique opportunities for professional advancement and meaningful contributions to the company's financial strategy.
