Assistant Controller

Responsibilities/Duties:

Accounting Responsibilities

• Review work performed by team members to ensure accuracy, identify and resolve issues and ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and corporate policies
• Supervise personnel in general ledger, A/P, A/R, settlement, inventory and fixed assets areas of the accounting department
• Perform periodic review and analysis of inventoried assets across multiple operating locations
• Schedule and supervise periodic asset count and reconciliation
• Review general ledger reconciliations, including monthly bank reconciliations
• Review monthly accrual and other journal entries as needed for operations

Close and Reporting

• Coordinate with the KRAT and Corporate Controllers to ensure timely close and reporting on monthly, quarterly and annual basis
• Prepare monthly operating reports detailing actual and forecasted results
• Conduct monthly cash flow forecasting and monitor liquidity needs
• Prepare Sales Tax and Property Renditions as needed
• Prepare and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for all operating locations
• Prepare annual budget for all locations
• Coordinate and supervise audits of company’s accounts
• Prepare reports required by regulatory agencies
• Coordinate the month-end and year-end closing process across multiple locations and teams
• Review company financial statements for accuracy and clarity

Other

• Creation and compliance of policies and procedures for KRAT segment
• Support process improvement and optimization of John Deere Equip and related plug ins
• Assist with development of operational and financial reporting, including review for accuracy
• Demonstrate a strong ability to communicate areas of accounting with operations
• Show a commitment to safeguarding the assets of the company
• Maintain high level of confidentiality for a private closely held company

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Manage the Accounting departments for King Ranch Ag & Turf

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Prefer proficiency or familiarity with large ERP and reporting tools
• Results oriented with the ability to prioritize your workload while performing multiple tasks
• Detailed oriented in execution of work
• Adaptable to various competing demands and demonstrate a high level of mental agility
• Strong business acumen and acute problem-solving skills
• Must be highly proficient in Microsoft Excel and capable of utilizing Microsoft Word programs
• Excellent communication skills (verbal, written and interpersonal skills), the ability to interact with all levels of management throughout the organization and the initiative to get the job done
• Must have a valid driver’s license in good standing.

 Education and Experience:

• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or business administration
• Master’s degree is a plus
• CPA or CMA preferred
• Big 4 accounting experience a bonus
• Should have 5-10 years’ experience in all aspects of accounting
• Proven supervisory experience

Additional Information:

· Working conditions are normal for an office environment. Work may require occasional weekend and/or evening work

· Must be a team player who is willing to cooperate with others

· Must be able to accept corrective criticism from supervisor

· Must be willing to take on a variety of assignments as assigned by management on an as-needed basis within the department and within other areas of King Ranch if necessary.

· Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

· Willingness to travel to segment locations (