The HT Group is currently seeking an Assistant Controller to manage accounting and financial activities, ensuring accurate financial reporting and forecasting. The ideal candidate will have a can-do attitude, a strong work ethic, and the ability to actively engage and support the team.
Location: Columbus, Ohio – Hybrid with Travel
Job Responsibilities:
- Participate in the monthly financial close process, including journal entries, general ledger reconciliations, variance analysis, and consolidation of financial statements.
- Assist in the development and evaluation of the annual profit plan, including preparing plan reports and conducting monthly forecasting and variance analysis.
- Compile, review, analyze, and submit timely and accurate monthly financial reports, including projections, cash flow forecasts, and variance explanations.
- Support the formulation and implementation of control systems to ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory standards.
- Coordinate with internal and external audits, ensuring timely and efficient examination of financials.
- Propose innovative solutions to improve existing financial processes and enhance organizational efficiency.
- Ensure strong knowledge of accounting principles, including GAAP, and leverage advanced skills in MS Office and accounting software, with preference for BuildOps.
Qualifications:
- Degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
- 5+ years of progressive experience in accounting roles.
- External audit experience is a plus.
- Expertise in GAAP and accounting regulations.
- Advanced skills in MS Office (especially Excel) and accounting software (BuildOps preferred). Professional certification (e.g., CPA) is a plus.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, highly organized, and detail-oriented.
- Leadership and supervisory experience with strong data analysis, forecasting, and problem-solving skills.