Assistant Corporate Controller – Job Description
Position Overview
The Assistant Corporate Controller plays a critical role in ensuring accurate and compliant financial reporting for the organization. Reporting to the Controller, this position is responsible for preparing financial statements in accordance with regulatory and accounting standards. The role requires a balance of autonomy and collaboration, working closely with internal teams and external auditors. The successful candidate will demonstrate integrity, professionalism, and a positive approach while driving process improvements that simplify, standardize, and enhance efficiency across accounting operations.
This position demands strong analytical capabilities, exceptional communication skills, executive presence, and the ability to influence and partner effectively with senior leadership. Operational experience and a proactive mindset are essential to thrive in a dynamic business environment.
Key Responsibilities
As a member of the Corporate Finance team at our Global Headquarters in Tampa, the Assistant Corporate Controller will lead critical financial functions with a primary focus on internal and external reporting. Responsibilities include:
- SEC Reporting: Assist in the preparation and review of SEC filings, including 10-K (Annual Report), 10-Q (Quarterly Reports), public debt offerings, and SEC response letters.
- Technical Accounting: Conduct research on complex accounting issues and review transaction documents (e.g., JV agreements, supply chain financing, factoring, securitization) to determine accounting implications.
- Regulatory Monitoring: Stay current on new accounting standards and regulatory developments from the SEC, FASB, and PCAOB; assess and implement necessary changes.
- Financial Close & Consolidation: Oversee monthly close, consolidation, and financial statement presentation; review reconciliations, journal entries, and variance analyses.
- Process Improvement: Identify and implement opportunities to streamline accounting processes and systems, including maintenance of the OneStream Consolidation platform and related software.
- Audit Coordination: Partner with external auditors to ensure timely completion of audit procedures.
- Compliance: Support Sarbanes-Oxley compliance and other internal control initiatives.
- Strategic Projects: Contribute to key corporate initiatives as assigned.
Qualifications
The ideal candidate will possess:
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required; MBA or Master’s degree preferred.
- Experience: 12–15 years of progressive experience, including Big 4 public accounting at Senior Manager level or higher. Manufacturing or packaging industry experience is a plus.
- Certification: CPA designation required.
- Technical Expertise: Deep knowledge of U.S. GAAP and extensive SEC reporting experience.
- Leadership Skills: Ability to manage multiple priorities, influence change, and collaborate across functions and levels.
- Attributes: Action-oriented, adaptable, and solutions-focused with a positive attitude and resilience in driving change.
- Technology: Proficiency in MS Office and financial systems; experience in multi-currency environments.
- Communication: Exceptional interpersonal and strategic thinking skills.
