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Pacific ExecSearch

Assistant Controller (Hawaii)

Pacific ExecSearch, Kapolei, Hawaii, us, 96709

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Job Description

We are recruiting for an

Assistant Controller

to join the Hawaii division of a large and successful national distribution/manufacturing company. This position is on-site in Oahu and reports directly to the Corporate Controller. Our client offers a collaborative work culture and a generous compensation package. The Assistant Controller is responsible for preparing and reporting financial statements in compliance with GAAP and regulatory requirements. This is a great opportunity to work for a well-established and highly regarded organization.

Salary: $100,000-$125,000 DOE.

The qualified candidate will have five years' accounting management experience, including leading a small team of accounting staff and strong GAAP knowledge.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: Manage and review the work of accounting staff, ensuring accuracy, and signing checks as needed. Coordinate month-end, year-end reporting, and tax filings, while supporting audit and tax preparation. Oversee the monthly close process, including journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting. Assist the Corporate Controller in maintaining accounting standards and managing department operations. Ensure compliance with internal controls and contribute to policy development and documentation. SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance required. Minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible management experience in the accounting field. Experience in managing an accounting department (including staff) and the general accounting functions of accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, fixed assets, and financial reporting. Strong knowledge of GAAP. Experience preparing and reviewing financial statements. Knowledge of and ability to prepare or review the state and federal income tax, sales tax, and property tax returns. Experience preparing financial presentations, pro forma financial statements, and cash flow projections. Hands-on experience creating multi-divisional budgets, monitoring results, and preparing detailed variance analyses. Solid knowledge of accrual basis accounting, fixed asset accounting and tax filing requirements. Intermediate to advanced skills with Microsoft Suite and accounting software. Excellent analytical and critical thinking ability.