Assistant Controller

EquipmentShare - Columbia, MO

Full-time - Mid Level

Columbia, MO

Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services

About the position

The Assistant Controller at EquipmentShare is responsible for overseeing month-end and year-end close procedures, analyzing large data sets, and improving accounting processes. This role involves collaboration across departments to enhance workflows, preparing financial statements, and ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP. The position also includes mentoring team members and participating in strategic initiatives with senior management.

Responsibilities

• Independently perform certain month-end and year-end close procedures.
• Prepare analytics and reviews of large data sets throughout the month to identify opportunities.
• Evaluate process flows of information for key business processes, identifying systems, risks, key reports, and relevant internal controls.
• Communicate across various departments to create and maintain efficient workflows and processes.
• Diagnose opportunities to improve effectiveness and efficiency of various accounting processes.
• Collaborate with the team to streamline processes, implement new workflows, test new systems, and train new team members.
• Use technology and tools to create financial statements and reports.
• Play a key role in the Company's year-end financial statement audit and quarterly review engagements.
• Research technical accounting matters and develop practical applications of accounting guidance under U.S. GAAP.
• Work directly with the Corporate Controller and Chief Accounting Officer on strategic initiatives.
• Serve as a mentor and supervise other team members.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in accounting and a CPA is required.
• At least 8 years of progressive accounting experience required, including at least 5 years of Big4 public accounting experience.
• Solid understanding of GAAP and the ability to research technical accounting matters.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to propose effective solutions.
• Organized and effective project manager.
• Solid and effective communicator.

Nice-to-haves

• Desire to understand the details and engage the team to accomplish goals.
• Comfortable working independently as needed.
• Willingness to assist others to complete month-end and year-end close procedures timely and accurately.
• Willingness to work prolonged hours if needed to meet deadlines.

Benefits

• Flexible work arrangement
• Generous paid time off
• Competitive compensation package
• Health insurance and supplemental benefits
• 401(k) retirement savings plan, including Company match
• Stocked breakroom and full kitchen with breakfast and lunch provided daily
• On-site fitness center with various equipment and facilities
• Volunteering and local charity initiatives
• Opportunities for career and professional development