Assistant Controller

**Position Overview**

Looking for an experienced and highly motivated Assistant Controller who can step up to the Controller position in the near future.

The Assistant Controller will be responsible for supporting the Controller, CFO and CEO in all aspects of the financial operations of the company. This role includes managing accounting functions, assisting with budgeting and cash management, and ensuring compliance with various regulatory, administrative and accounting standards and regulations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in bookkeeping /accounting/finance, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to work collaboratively in a small team environment.

**Key Responsibilities**

- Record general ledger activities, ensuring accuracy and completeness of financial records.

- Assist in the preparation and analysis of financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.

- Manage accounts payable and receivable functions.

- Assist with budgeting and forecasting processes.

- Conduct variance analysis and prepare related reports.

- Ensure compliance with accounting and administrative policies, procedures, and internal controls.

- Conduct month-end, quarterly and year-end closing processes and reconciliation.

- Coordinate with external auditors and prepare audit schedules.

- Support the implementation and maintenance of accounting software and systems.

- Provide financial analysis and support for business decision-making.

- Manage payroll records, payment and related functions as well as Federal and State reporting.

- Perform other accounting, administrative and financial duties as assigned.

- Support the Company’s Controller in various tasks.

**Qualifications**

- Minimum of 5-7 years of accounting/corporate level bookkeeping experience, preferably in investments, real estate or agriculture.

- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field is required.

- Strong knowledge financial reporting and systems, including AP/ARs, P&Ls, BS, Cash Flow Statements

- Experience processing Payroll and Federal and State (CA) required related reporting.

- Demonstrated ability to interact and deal with vendors, service providers, payees and other business partners.

- Profound Proficiency in QuickBooks and MS Office, particularly Excel.

- Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

- Strong attention to detail, order and accuracy

- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

- Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.

- High level of integrity and professionalism.