Spherion Gainesville, FL has a local, well-established client seeking an experienced Assistant Comptroller. Ready to get your foot in the door to be a part of a driving leadership team? This position will be on the finance leadership team and play a key role in shaping financial strategy, drive operational excellence and support informed decision-making across the organization. This high-impact position and finance team partners closely with executive leadership to oversee complex accounting operations, strengthen internal controls, lead process improvements and develop efficient practices that make a lasting difference!
Position: Direct Hire, full-time position!
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Annual Salary: Starting Salary $60,000 - $65,000
Benefits: Excellent benefits package available!
Responsibilities:
- Support the Comptroller and CFO in financial planning, reporting, compliance and internal control management.
- Provide expert analysis, recommendations, and technical guidance.
- Oversee and perform complex accounting and financial transactions across multiple funds to ensure the accuracy, timeliness, and integrity of accounting records.
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- Prepare, review, and analyze a variety of financial reports and statements, including fiscal analyses, compliance and ad hoc reports.
- Collect financial information to develop recommendations that ensure efficient resource utilization and data-driven decision-making.
- Compile and analyze financial data for ad hoc reporting and special projects.
- Analyze, review, and reconcile general ledger accounts and financial programs; investigate and resolve any variances or discrepancies.
- Perform internal audits across multiple functions to ensure compliance.
- Provide documentation and accounting support for external audits.
- Evaluate and recommend improvements to accounting practices, internal controls, and procedures.
- Support process improvements and efficiencies in Workday.
- Manage the AP and expense reporting functions, including oversight of invoice processing, payment approvals, account reconciliations, and team performance.
- Provide training and ongoing support for AP, travel, and expense reporting functions.
- Identify common errors or process efficiencies to implement preventative measures and support staff.
- Leads the P-Card and Travel Reimbursement programs while collaborating with other departments.
- Interpret and communicate accounting policies, financial procedures, and regulatory requirements to internal and external stakeholders, exercising professional judgment and maintaining the integrity of financial data.
Skills:
- CPA licensure
- Prior experience in a higher education setting
- Experience in Workday
Qualifications:
- Bachelors Degree in business, accounting, finance, or a related field with 4 years of professional experience in accounting, finance, or related areas
- Combination of related education and experience equal to 8 years may be considered
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Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Spherion offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).