Controller

Company: Ascendhire
Location: Jersey City
Posted on: October 19, 2020

Job Description:

Seeking a Controller, responsible for financial functions and systems. This person will

perform a wide range of accounting activities supporting the network’s national and international

operations. Reporting to the Vice President of Finance, the successful candidate will have the ability

to complete tasks with strategic thought and vision, while also adding value throughout the

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Create, manage and maintain company financial data using standard account practices

• Manage multi-company forecasting and budgets

• Perform accounts payable and accounts receivable operations

• Ensure that the invoicing and receivable schedules are adhered to

• Protect assets by establishing, monitoring, and enforcing internal controls and procedures

• Prepare, analyze and present financial reports in an accurate and timely manner

• Oversee the reconciliation and balance of all accounts

• Create and maintain vendor records and payment terms

• Oversee and participate in all audits

• Manage the contract process for vendors

• Perform account analysis on assets and liability accounts

• Work directly with the International team, clients and vendors

• Perform miscellaneous job-related duties and general office as assigned

EDUCATION, SKILLS & EXP. REQUIRED:

• Minimum 7-10 years’ experience working in all areas of accounting

• Strong knowledge of NetSuite

• Well versed in generally accepted accounting principles and procedures (GAAP)

• High-level proficiency in Microsoft Office, concentration in Excel (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP etc.)

• Strong organizational and project management skills

• Budget and Financial modeling experience is a must

• Strict attention to detail

• Knowledge of media industry

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced entrepreneurial environment

• Ability to effectively manage time, meet deadlines, and work under pressure

• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing

• International business experience with proficiency working in varied currencies a plus

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

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