Assistant Controller

Accounting/FinanceHybrid Remote, Spartanburg, South Carolina


Description

Security Finance is hiring an Assistant Controller!
As Assistant Controller, you can expect to:
Perform professional duties related to the maintenance of accounting records, preparation of financial statements, and audit information.  In this role you will oversee the Financial Accounting Department to ensure accuracy and propriety of the Company’s accounting data. 
Job Duties and Responsibilities: 
  • Department Management: Support the Controller by developing, directing, and managing the Financial Accounting Department.
  • Closing and Audits: Ensure accuracy, propriety, and completeness of monthly, quarterly, and year-end closings and audits in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Company policies and procedures.
  • Month-End Closing: Manage the month-end closing process.
  • Journal Entries & Reconciliations: Review journal entries and account reconciliations for the Home Office, Security Group, Inc., and its subsidiaries.
  • Variance Analysis: Review monthly variance analysis for each company to ensure sufficient explanations for material changes in balance sheet and income statement accounts.
  • Accounting Guidance: Stay current on accounting guidance, research, and draw conclusions.
  • Reporting: Ensure timely and accurate internal and external reporting of all financial data, including financial statements, state accounting reports, and monthly and year-end accounting schedules.
  • Account Reconciliation: Ensure that branch accounts are reconciled to the general ledger on a monthly basis.
  • Employee Savings Plan: Oversee administration of the employee savings plan, verifying accuracy of interest rate calculations and adherence to plan rules.
  • Policy Evaluation: Evaluate departmental policies and procedures, operational controls, and standards; implement changes and train staff as needed.
  • Foreign Subsidiaries: Oversee the consolidation of foreign subsidiaries and foreign currency conversion.
  • Borrowing Base & Covenants: Review monthly borrowing base and covenant calculations and reports.
  • Process Improvement: Develop, implement, and maintain procedures to improve workflow efficiencies and strengthen internal controls.
 
If this describes your background then Come Begin Your Story as Assistant Controller! 
 
  • Education: Bachelor Degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.
  • Experience: 3 years of experience in public accounting OR 3 years as an Assistant Controller or Controller.
  • Certification: CPA Certificate.
  • Knowledge: Extensive knowledge of principles, practices, and theories of accounting (GAAP) and financial management.
  • Systems: Experience with computerized accounting systems.
  • Management Skills: Proven ability to manage others and organize/manage projects.
  • Technical Skills: Proficient in Excel and Word.
  • Attendance: Maintain prompt and regular attendance. 
We offer:    
 
  • TOP-of-the-line training - We are committed to helping you build a solid foundation and do your job to the best of your abilities. 
  • An EXCELLENT benefits bundle that includes medical insurance (minimal cost to the employee), dental, vision, life insurance, short-and long-term disability, profit sharing, 401k with company matching, and paid sick, holiday, and vacation time. 
  • Community Service - As a company, we are pro-active members of the community. We make ongoing contributions to charities, local food banks, educational institutions, and more. 
  • Growth Potential – We believe in fostering our employees’ talents and providing a pathway for their individual career story. 
 
We are a leader in the financial services industry since 1955, and proudly provide easy and safe installment loans and income tax preparation to the communities where we operate. Thanks to our conveniently located branches, we are honored to provide personal service from people our customers know they can trust. At Security Finance, it is about being good stewards of our community, helping neighbors in times of need, and treating customers with the respect they deserve. 
 
Come Begin Your Story! Apply today! 
 
This position is subject to a background check for any convictions directly related to its duties and responsibilities. Only job-related convictions will be evaluated and will not automatically disqualify the candidate.
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