Assistant Controller job summary
A great job description starts with a compelling summary of the position and its role within your company. Your summary should provide an overview of your company and expectations for the position. Outline the types of activities and responsibilities required for the job so job seekers can determine if they are qualified, or if the job is a good fit.
Example of an Assistant Controller job summary
Our HR consulting firm needs an Assistant Controller to provide the Controller, VP of Finance and CFO with assistance on all financial-related tasks. The ideal candidate has excellent maths skills and a passion for finding solutions to complex problems. We’re looking for a self-starting, highly detailed professional who practices discretion in all corporate matters and doesn’t mind working with numerous accounts at once. Our clients include small start-ups and major international corporations alike, so the job includes significant variety. We need someone who respects deadlines and doesn’t mind wearing a few hats at a time, especially during peak hiring and tax seasons.
Assistant Controller responsibilities and duties
The responsibilities and duties section is the most important part of the job description. Here you should outline the functions this position will perform on a regular basis, how the job functions within the organisation and who the employee reports to.
- Prepare and process detailed financial statements for each of our clients
- Coordinate financial audits with the VP and CFO
- Delegate data entry tasks among junior accounting staff
- Ensure our clients are in compliance with regulatory and in-house standards and best practices
- Prepare written budgets and reports in accordance with our clients’ needs
- Establish internal control systems to prevent inaccuracies in financial statements
- Reconcile accounts quarterly
- Assist with the processing and submission of invoices
- Review financial data on a quarterly basis and consult with VP about problems or discrepancies
Assistant Controller qualifications and skills
Next, outline the required and preferred skills for your position. This may include education, previous job experience, certifications and technical skills. You may also include soft skills and personality traits that you envision for a successful hire. While it may be tempting to include a long list of skills and requirements, including too many could dissuade qualified candidates from applying. Keep your list of qualifications concise, but provide enough detail with relevant keywords and terms.
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field
- 3+ years’ experience working in an environment that involves multiple projects
- Excellent speed and accuracy on the number keys
- HR industry experience preferred but not required
- Ability to communicate clearly in both written and verbal correspondence
- Commitment to detailed financial accounting and reporting
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