Denver, Colorado
Assistant Controller Job Opening in Denver, Colorado - Assistant Controller
Location: Arvada, CO.
Reports to: Mark VII Controller
About our Company:
Mark VII is the North American subsidiary of WashTec AG of Germany, the world's largest manufacturer of vehicle cleaning systems. Founded in 1966, Mark VII provides innovative technology for high-quality, cost-effective cleaning of vehicles. Following its acquisition by WashTec in 2006, Mark VII completely refreshed its product portfolio and upgraded its manufacturing facilities to provide customers with state-of-the-art carwash technology while lowering their operating costs and improving their ROI.
WashTec and Mark VII have over 1,700 team members in more than 70 countries that are 100% dedicated to providing maximum benefit to car wash operators and their customers. Each day our equipment washes over 3 million vehicles in over 35,000 locations and over 80 countries around the globe.
GENERAL SUMMARY:
We are seeking a results oriented and customer service driven Assistant Controller who thrives in a dynamic and fast-paced business environment. The ideal candidate should have strong and broad Accounting experience along with a high level of knowledge around GAAP. The candidate should also have the ability to apply GAAP in an effective manner as well as have knowledge of industry best practices in accounting and business. The Assistant Controller directs the day-to-day operations of the Accounting staff, assuring that a highly productive and well trained staff is always maintained, assures the accuracy, consistency, and timeliness of financial reporting and accounting functions while providing information and assistance to Management.
The successful candidate will be analytical, detail oriented and adept at dealing with ambiguity. He/she will need to apply critical thinking skills and perform research when necessary. This position is based at Mark VII in Arvada and reports directly to the Corporate Controller.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Prepare and record complex journal entries including allocation entries, accruals, deferred revenue, prepaid amortizations, intercompany entries, product warranty reserve, etc.
Oversee all aspects of the accounting area and ensure the month close is completed accurately and within the monthly close cycle, including the preparation and review of all Balance Sheet account reconciliations and key accruals.
Review customer contracts, sales orders and purchase orders to assess proper revenue recognition and deferred cost treatment, including the identification of contractual elements.
Lead, train, develop, motivate, and evaluate Accounting staff in order to maintain a high level of employee commitment and competence for sustained and self-reliant performance and achievement of the department and the company goals.
Ensure accounting transactions are in compliance with US/Canada GAAP/FASB and corporate policies.
Develop, drive and improve internal policies & procedures to ensure compliance and the highest integrity of the Company's financial results.
Work cross-functionally with other departments to increase financial reporting accuracy.
Develop and maintain written procedures and expense coding/validation rules for the Accounting department and others within the organization.
Prepare schedules for year-end audit of US operation and consolidated entity and respond to audit related inquiries.
Responsible for monthly financial close, preparing account reconciliations, financial statements (divisional and consolidated) with reporting to the German parent company within 3 business days, maintaining accuracy and integrity of the General Ledger.
Automate existing reporting by using various software tools and develop new management reports to support the business needs.
Work directly with department managers to understand the drivers behind the financial results of each business unit. Demonstrate an understanding of the impact of problems across the organization and facilitate a collaborative solutions and process improvement.
Participate in strategic planning activities/provide KPI?s to measure business projects for all North American operations.
Manage and participate in internal projects as initiated or assigned.
Prepare recurring and ad-hoc reporting and analytics as needed.
REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor?s degree in accounting or Finance required. Master?s degree in Accounting and
Active Certified Public Accountant CPA preferred.
Ten years of progressive accounting experience and seven years supervisory experience required.
Deep understanding of accounting, IFRS (International Financial Reporting Standards), corporate finance concepts and the ability to apply them in practice.
Experience in a Manufacturing environment is required.
Prior knowledge of SAP implementation, and experience working with German parent company are all considered a plus.
Advanced Excel spreadsheet skills with demonstrable ability to construct financial models and reports using Excel. Knowledge with macros, VBA and SQL is preferred.
Strong attention to details and a solid analytic skill base.
Strong desire to delivery timely financial information by working long hours during month-end close.
Ability to proactively manage priorities and goals in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment.
Exhibit strong decision making skills and the ability to grasp and communicate complex concepts quickly and independently.
Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing with all organizational levels, including internal/external management. Be capable of articulating the Company?s financial results.
Experience developing and maintaining relationships and ability to interact with all levels of the organization.
BENEFITS
Medical
Dental
Vision
401(k)
Disability and Life Insurance
Paid Vacation, Sick Time, & Personal Time
An Equal Opportunity Employer.
Job Type: Full-time
Required education:
Bachelor's
Required experience:
Accounting: 10 years
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