Assistant Controller

Kforce has a client that is seeking to hire an Assistant Controller in Garden City, New York (NY). Summary: This role offers the opportunity to work with a team of talented professionals, hybrid work-from home options, great benefits, and a fantastic career path. The Assistant Controller will report to the Controller, responsible for accounting and financial reporting. They will monitor and ensure adherence to the internal control policies, procedures, compliance with financial, and reporting requirements. Responsibilities Include:

• The Assistant Controller will supervise two in the preparation of monthly and annual financial statements
• Manage all aspects of the general ledger
• Assist with budget process and help prepare tax returns - Forms 990, 990-T, 1099's, 1098's, W-2's, 941's, etc.
• As an Assistant Controller, you will assist the Controller in annual audit with the external auditors
• Ensure compliance with long-term debt agreements, including debt service payments, annual reporting requirements, monthly billings, and debt covenants
• Manage endowment funds for compliance with donor stipulated endowment and restricted fund agreements
• Lead the implementation of new accounting standards for financial statements, revenue recognition, and lease accounting
• Supervise the general accounting, accounts payable, and grants accounting functions
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance; Master's degree preferred
• Certification in Public Accounting (CPA) is preferred
• 7+ years of related accounting experience
• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Standards pertaining to higher education institutions
• Knowledge of implementation of automated solutions in finance and administration, (i.e., e-Procurement, financial reporting, etc.); ERP implementation experience is a plus
• Excellent communication, managerial, and human relations skills
• Strong supervisory skills