Assistant Controller at Kforce Inc.

Garden City, NY 11530

About the Job

Kforce has a client that is seeking to hire an Assistant Controller in Garden City, New York (NY). Summary: This role offers the opportunity to work with a team of talented professionals, hybrid work-from home options, great benefits, and a fantastic career path. The Assistant Controller will report to the Controller, responsible for accounting and financial reporting. They will monitor and ensure adherence to the internal control policies, procedures, compliance with financial, and reporting requirements. Responsibilities Include:

The Assistant Controller will supervise two in the preparation of monthly and annual financial statements
Manage all aspects of the general ledger
Assist with budget process and help prepare tax returns - Forms 990, 990-T, 1099's, 1098's, W-2's, 941's, etc.
As an Assistant Controller, you will assist the Controller in annual audit with the external auditors
Ensure compliance with long-term debt agreements, including debt service payments, annual reporting requirements, monthly billings, and debt covenants
Manage endowment funds for compliance with donor stipulated endowment and restricted fund agreements
Lead the implementation of new accounting standards for financial statements, revenue recognition, and lease accounting
Supervise the general accounting, accounts payable, and grants accounting functions

Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance; Master's degree preferred
Certification in Public Accounting (CPA) is preferred
7+ years of related accounting experience
Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Standards pertaining to higher education institutions
Knowledge of implementation of automated solutions in finance and administration, (i.e., e-Procurement, financial reporting, etc.); ERP implementation experience is a plus
Excellent communication, managerial, and human relations skills
Strong supervisory skills

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.