What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounting Assistant Controller position at Humanscale?
Company Overview
Humanscale is the premier designer and manufacturer of ergonomic products that improve health and comfort at work. We have a focus on sustainability with over 70% of our products currently certified as having a Net Positive impact on the environment. Our award-winning office products – seating, sit/stand desks, technology support and lighting – have led the industry in performance and simplicity for over 40 years.
Overview
The Assistant Controller supports the accounting department by performing accounting tasks and assisting with financial reporting.
Responsibilities
- Own and drive the month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and adherence to tight timelines.
- Review and approve journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules prior to Controller sign-off.
- Own the integrity of the balance sheet, ensuring all reconciliations are completed on time, reviewed to a high standard, and that reconciling items are clearly understood, aged, and resolved.
- Provide day-to-day leadership across AP, AR, and General Ledger teams, ensuring alignment, accountability, and delivery against deadlines.
- Act as the first point of escalation for accounting issues, resolving complex items independently where possible.
- Ensure adherence to internal controls and accounting policies, proactively identifying gaps and implementing improvements.
- Support audit processes (external and internal), including preparation of audit schedules and responding to auditor queries.
- Maintain high standards of financial integrity and compliance.
- Identify, lead, and implement process improvements across accounting operations to enhance efficiency, scalability, and control.
- Monitor key performance metrics (close timelines, reconciliation quality, query resolution, etc.) and drive continuous improvement.
- Support system enhancements or automation initiatives within the finance function.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (FP&A, Operations, etc.) to ensure accurate financial data and alignment on key issues.
- Provide insights into financial results, supporting better decision-making across the business.
- Act as deputy to the Accounting Controller, stepping in as required and ensuring continuity of leadership.
- Take ownership of key deliverables in the Controller’s absence and contribute to strategic finance initiatives.
Qualifications
- 5 years of experience
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting or business equivalent
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Strong analytical, problem solving and organizational skills
- Strong problem-solving skills including root cause identification and continuous improvement
- Capable of balancing team and individual responsibilities; provides and welcomes feedback; able to foster a strong team environment
- Ability to maintain confidentiality
- Receptive to new ideas and feedback
- Ability to multi-task and work under pressure
- Ability to be onsite in our Piscataway office for a minimum of 3 days per week
COMPUTER SKILLS
- Proficiency in MS Office
- Proficiency in ERP software
WHAT WE OFFER:
- Competitive base
- Medical Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)
- HSA, FSA, Commuter Benefits
- Medical Discounts
- Ancillary Benefits
- Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Insurance
- Voluntary, Spouse, and Child Life Insurance
- Pet Insurance
- Employee Discount Programs
- 401k matching
- Paid time off (including 15 PTO days and 11 holidays)
Salary Range: $95,000 -$115,000
Please note that the salary information is a general guideline. Humanscale considers other factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market location and business considerations when extending an offer.
Humanscale is an Equal Opportunity Employer (Disabled/Veteran)
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Salary : $95,000 - $115,000