Assistant Controller

Job Description

Assistant Controller Eagan, MN $95 - $110k

We are currently seeking a dynamic Assistant Controller to join our client’s team. As the Assistant Controller, you will work closely with the Controller to ensure the efficient monitoring of financial results, perform comprehensive financial reporting and analysis, manage general and cost accounting activities, participate in budgeting and forecasting, and engage in other vital projects aimed at enhancing business outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

Assist in developing timely, accurate, and well supported GAAP financial statements.

Analyze financial results regularly, identify budget variances, and support the implementation of cost-cutting initiatives.

Coordinate necessary information for external audits and serve as a primary internal contact during audit fieldwork.

Support the month and yearend close processes.

Monitor operational and financial data trends and develop assumptions accordingly.

Manage customer credit terms and monitor credit risk exposure.

Develop a comprehensive understanding of the business and financial systems, tools, and metrics utilized within the organization.

Support the annual budgeting process.

Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related.

Minimum of 3 years of progressive financial experience, preferably with exposure to manufacturing.

CPA certification is preferred but not required.

Proficiency in financial and operations analysis, financial modeling, and budgeting.

Strong knowledge of GAAP and general accounting principles.

Proficient in MS Office, particularly advanced Excel functions such as pivot tables and formulas.

Exposure to ERP or similar business systems is advantageous.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate financial issues to a nonfinancial audience.

Driven for Results: Actively works towards meeting goals and pushes self and others for successful outcomes.

Demonstrates Ethics and Values: Adheres to core values and beliefs and practices them to reinforce the desired company culture.

Builds Strategic Working Relationships: Develops collaborative relationships to achieve work goals effectively.Company Description

Brilliant is an award-winning direct-hire, contract and consulting practice specializing in accounting, finance and technology for the Midwest and Southeast regions of the U.S. Many of Brilliant’s team members include former accounting, finance and technology professionals who are experts in the fields.