Assistant Controller
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Job Location:
Des Moines, IA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
20 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Department:
Job Summary
Eurofins Assurance US provides services including globally recognized accredited auditing and certification; training; and consulting services - that are focused on process optimization risk reduction and compliance in the food feed agri healthcare and consumer products sector. Services provide customized strategic solutions designed specifically to solve industry challenges and promote informed unbiased business decisions. Eurofins maintains an uncompromising commitment to quality and client service.
Assistant Controller responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
- Assist in the preparation and analysis of monthly financial results and position across multiple business units in collaboration with the National Service Center finance team.
- Prepare and maintain financial reports dashboards and KPIs to monitor key operational client and financial metrics.
- Support development and consolidation of periodic forecasts.
- Perform variance analysis and help develop actionable insights to improve performance.
- Review journal entries account reconciliations and monthly close processes for accuracy and completeness.
- Support management of transactional processing functions including A/P A/R billing payroll and general ledger maintenance and in relation with the business (account manager program coordinator etc)
- Participate in process improvement initiatives to streamline financial operations and reporting.
- Ensure compliance with company policies procedures and internal controls.
Essential Duties:
- Maintain confidentiality and adhere to all policies established by Eurofins and its clients.
- Demonstrate strong analytical and problem-solving skills in all areas of responsibility.
- Promote and exemplify the companys vision and values in day-to-day operations.
- Ensure timely and accurate transaction processing in support of business operations.
- Assist in audits and regulatory reporting as required.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Knowledge Requirements:
- Accounting and Financial Management A solid working understanding of core accounting principles and financial measurement and management.
- Analysis and Technology Tools Advanced knowledge on analysis methods and applicable technology tools including Excel and basic database applications to support business operations through financial and KPI measurement and management.
- Administration and Management Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning resource allocation human resources modeling leadership techniques production methods and coordination of people and resources.
- Customer and Personal Service Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment meeting quality standards for services and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
Qualifications :
Basic Minimum Educational Requirements:
- HS Diploma minimum
- College Degree; Food manufacturing or food safety background preferred
Basic Minimum Qualifications:
- Accounting/finance experience
- Business management knowledge
- KPI measurement and management experience
- Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship.
The Ideal Candidate Possesses the Following:
- Strong interpersonal skills that allow for moving comfortably in a business environment and to interface with all levels of customers and staff.
- Detail-oriented with documentation.
- Strategic planning.
- Self-motivated.
- Strong time management skills.
- Ability to work independently and efficiently.
- Effective management and development of assigned resources.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent technical writing ability.
- Works well under pressure and handles adverse situations.
- Problem-solving ability.
Additional Information :
Position is full-time working remote Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm with overtime as needed.
- Excellent full-time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage dental and vision options
- Life and disability insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid vacation and holidays
Eurofins USA Food Testing is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
Remote Work :
Yes
Employment Type :
Full-time
Key Skills
- Accounting Software
- Financial Report Writing
- GAAP
- General Ledger Accounting
- Accounting
- Sage
- Microsoft Dynamics Navision
- Account Reconciliation
- SOX
- Microsoft Dynamics GP
- ERP Systems
- NetSuite
About Company
Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and the environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat to the medicines you rely on, Eur ... View more
