Assistant Controller Job at Robert Half (Circle Pines)

Assistant Controller

Robert Half

Location:
United States , Circle Pines

Category:
Finance

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

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Job Description:

The Assistant Controller supports the Controller in overseeing the organization’s accounting operations, financial reporting, and internal controls. This role plays a key part in ensuring accurate financial statements, compliance with regulatory requirements, and continuous improvement of accounting processes. This role is intended to serve as a strong operational right hand to the Controller, providing depth, continuity, and hands-on support in a public company environment with significant system and reporting complexity.

Job Responsibility:

Assist in managing the day-to-day accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and fixed assets
Support the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting in a public company reporting environment
Assist in preparing and reviewing financial statements and supporting schedules
Assist with the development, documentation, and maintenance of internal controls and accounting policies
Coordinate with external auditors and assist with audit preparation and responses
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local tax and financial reporting requirements
Analyze financial data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement
Proactively identify and implement process improvements across close, AP, AR, payroll, and reporting to improve efficiency, accuracy, and internal controls
Assist with annual tax filings
Assist with payroll processing through ADP
Assist with preparing monthly cash, capitalization, and balance sheet account analysis schedules
Assist with reviewing monthly expenses and verifying that payables comply with company policy
Assist with processing monthly financial statements and management reports
Assist with internal audits and SOX compliance activities, including documentation, testing, and remediation support
Assist with booking and reviewing monthly journal entries
review journal entries prepared by accounting staff
Assist with performing monthly analysis of delinquent and outstanding accounts receivable
Assist with departmental and auditor requests as directed by the Controller or CFO
Serve as a key SAP finance user supporting day-to-day accounting operations, reconciliations, reporting, and close activities
Support ongoing optimization, enhancements, and effective use of the company’s SAP accounting environment (SAP S/4 HANA preferred)
Serve as a backup to the Controller and other accounting functions to ensure continuity of accounting operations during absences, peak reporting periods, and transition planning

Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
4–7 years of progressive accounting experience
Strong experience with SAP-based accounting systems required
experience with SAP S/4 HANA strongly preferred
Advanced proficiency in Excel and Microsoft Office tools
Prior experience in a public company and/or public accounting environment preferred

Nice to have:

Prior experience in a public company and/or public accounting environment
experience with SAP S/4 HANA

What we offer:

medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan
free online training

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
March 12, 2026

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