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ASSISTANT FINANCIAL CONTROLLER The Role… Manages the day-to-day operation of the accounting office and assists the Financial Controller in providing financial...
The Role…
Manages the day-to-day operation of the accounting office and assists the Financial Controller in providing financial leadership
to the business. Primary responsibilities include financial analysis and financial reporting, budgeting/forecasting, audit and
control, asset and liability reconciliation, working capital and cash control. Assist with owner relations and owner reporting.
Assist in the hiring of accounting associates, and development and retention of a diverse high caliber workforce to provide strong
functional expertise to the property and the discipline. Sustain a work environment that focuses on fair and equitable treatment
and associate satisfaction to enable business success. Comply with various administrative and reconciliation duties such as:
processing bank and vendor invoices entries, complete period-end closing and reports as specified, check figures, postings,
accruals and documents for correct entry, mathematical accuracy, and proper codes. Organize, secure, and maintain all files and
records. Participate in internal, external, and regulatory audit processes and ensure compliance.
Responsibilities & Duties
documented and statements are delivered to appropriate individuals in a timely manner.
telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
information in a timely manner.
current, collected and/or accrued.
whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.
manage business risks.
maintaining various tracking files in Excel.
in accordance with document retention policy and procedures
Working with Others
Safety and Security
Policies and Procedures
Requirements
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