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Assistant Controller

3 months ago


New York, United States Empire State Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

*Applicants MUST submit a cover letter with resume to be considered.

*This position will require in-office presence. Hybrid work schedules may be possible based on specific

job duties and consistent with ESD policy.

*Minorities, women, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Please contact Human Resources if you require an accommodation.

BASIC FUNCTION:

Organize and direct all financial accounting and reporting activities of all entities within Empire State Development, including subsidiaries and affiliated entities. Ensure all financial transactions are compliant with established accounting principles and properly recorded into the Corporation’s financial management system. Directly manage the payroll and budget functions and maintain oversight of general accounting, accounts payable and subsidiary finance.

WORK PERFORMED:

  • Supervise, guide and actively participate in the year-end audit process and preparation of annual financial.
  • statements in coordination with the independent auditors and internal accounting staff.
  • Maintain the integrity of the general ledger and supporting data through regular review.
  • Oversee and support the Senior Directors responsible for Investment Accounting/Accounts Payable and Budgeting.
  • Manage and direct the preparation of the annual corporation and subsidiaries operating and capital budgets.
  • Analyze internal quarterly and annual financial statements.
  • Manage and direct the payroll team’s weekly, monthly and annual work activities.
  • Interact with internal, independent, Office of State Comptroller and federal government auditors.
  • Support the Deputy CFO & Controller in the preparation of quarterly and annual reports.
  • Establish and implement accounting policies, procedures, work standards and controls.
  • Effectively communicate with supervisor, department staff and all levels of management.
  • Work on special projects, assignments and analyses as requested.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Education level required: bachelor’s degree in accounting/Finance or related field, MBA or CPA a plus.

Experience required: 7+ years public/private experience with direct supervisory responsibilities in a fast-paced accounting environment; Government experience a plus.

Knowledge Required: Strong technical knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting, including Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Government Accounting Standards Board (GASB) statements; direct experience in financial statement preparation; extremely detail-oriented with strong organizational skills to simultaneously manage multiple projects; superior written and oral communication skills; strong leadership capabilities with the ability to work within deadlines while still providing a high quality work product; adept at communicating with all staff, including Senior Management; skilled at effectively managing staff at various levels; superior knowledge of Microsoft Office products, especially Excel; experience with PeopleSoft Financial Management System preferred.