Assistant Controller

Description We are looking for a meticulous and driven Assistant Controller to join our team in the Horsham area, Pennsylvania. In this role, you will be responsible for assisting in planning, controlling, and evaluating the performance of our business operations. Your focus will be on analyzing and interpreting financial reports, monitoring operational aspects, and ensuring compliance with company policies and objectives.Responsibilities: Ensure preparation of monthly financial statements in accordance with GAAP and analyze variances to forecasts and budgets. Lead the annual standard cost update process and review actual job costs compared to project budgets. Oversee the divisional month-end close process including account reconciliations, accruals, and journal entries. Review marginal income trends at sale, project start, and project completion to ensure profitability targets are met. Lead in the completion of annual revenue, expense, and capital budgets, and quarterly forecast updates. Work in partnership with Corporate Controller to manage the receivables collection process and develop action plans for collecting delinquent accounts. Ensure the Division’s Warehouse function is processing inventory receipts and relief accurately and timely. Develop partnerships with division management teams to deliver key business outcomes and mitigate risk. Establish controls to ensure compliance with company collection policy and contractual payment terms. Oversee cycle counts and periodic physical inventories and ensure proper security measures to protect inventory from theft.Requirements Must possess a minimum of 7 years of experience in a similar role or relevant field. Deep understanding and hands-on experience in Accounting Functions. Proven experience in managing Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR). Demonstrated ability in Auditing procedures and practices. Experience in managing Billing Functions is necessary. Proficiency in Cost Accounting and Construction Accounting. Knowledge of Construction Cost and COST-TO-COMPLETION processes. Familiarity with the percentage (%) of completion method. Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills. Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines. Must hold a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. Advanced degrees or professional certifications are a plus. Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, and accounting software. Familiarity with financial regulations and standards. Strong ethical standards and high levels of integrity. Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.© 2024 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .