CTS Assistant Controller

GENERAL JOB SUMMARY

The Assistant Controller will work with the Controller overseeing departments accounting functions and serve as a technical resource for all accounting issues. The Assistant Controller will be responsible for establishing and maintaining accounting principles, practices, and procedures to assure that financial and operating reports accurately reflect the condition of the business and provide reliable information to control operations.

• Responsible for the consolidation of financial statements in accordance with GAAP Assists in the preparation of the Company's external financial reports in accordance with GAAP and applicable SEC guidelines
• Act as a principle liaison with U.S. audit engagement team and completion of quarterly reviews
• Provide review and consultation to all team members that provide monthly, quarterly and annual reports including consolidation of Financial reports
• Maintain a thorough understanding of the Company's accounts and operations to ensure that the monthly close and financial reporting is completed in a timely and accurate manner
• Provide technical guidance including analyzing and researching complex accounting issues in accordance with GAAP and SEC regulations for the Company and its divisions, and in particular compliance with ASC 350
• Consult with the different constituencies in a matrix environment including accounting, finance and operations to provide financial advice and assessment of the financial statement impact of operational and contractual decisions
• Assist in coordination and preparation of the annual budget process and quarterly forecasts.
• Manage quarterly reviews and annual audit by external auditors
• Ensure compliance with SOX 404 requirements
• Manage and/or works on special projects, including acquisitions or other growth related matters
• Provide guidance to the various Departments resulting in the implementation of best financial, accounting, and operational practices to reduce close cycle and improve accuracy and efficiency

• Other duties may be assigned

Yes, this position has supervisory responsibilities

• Office environment
• Ability to stand and sit for long periods of time
• Ability to perform repetitive motion (keyboarding, 10-key, phones)
• Ability to lift up to 10 pounds

• Ability to maintain sensitive and confidential information as required by government standards
• Ability to interact effectively with peers and supervisors
• Ability to interact appropriately with the public when necessary
• Ability to adhere to workplace rules
• Ability to exercise an exceptional level of ethics and independent judgment as required
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, vendors, and others
• Ability to analyze large amounts of data, determine root causes of problems, recommend actions, and drive the implementation of those actions independently
• Demonstrated ability to lead and drive continuous process improvement
• Strong business judgment to assess complex situations with multiple issues and drive appropriate actions
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills as well as strong organizational skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills to work with diverse product groups

• BA/BS in Accounting/Finance
• Minimum of Ten to Twelve years experience is required, preferably in both private and public accounting areas.
• Previous experience as an Accounting Manager is preferable
• Expertise in US GAAP including the ability to research issues, document conclusions and discuss with management and the Company's independent auditors
• Strong experience in reviewing account reconciliations and fluctuation analyses