What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Controller position at Sumter Utilities?
Overview
Sumter Utilities, Inc. has an opening for an Assistant Controller. Sumter Utilities is based in Sumter, SC and is a subsidiary of Quanta Services, Inc. Sumter Utilities provides high-quality electrical construction, maintenance and modification services of transmission lines, distribution lines and substations to customers throughout the southern US. This position reports to the Controller.
Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
- Financial Reporting & Analysis: Assist the Controller in the preparation and submission of monthly financial statements, Quanta supplemental financial reports and variance analysis.
- General Ledger & Close: Manage the general ledger, account reconciliations, and the timely close of books.
- Internal Controls & Compliance: Establish and maintain internal control procedures to ensure compliance with GAAP, SOX and Quanta mandated regulations.
- Audit Management: Act as a liaison with internal and external auditors and prepare necessary documentation for annual audits.
- Supervision: Oversee day-to-day operations of Accounting, AP, and Payroll staff, including training and evaluation.
- Budgeting & Forecasting: Assist in the preparation of monthly financial forecasts and annual business plan.
- Process Improvement: Analyze current accounting procedures and recommend improvements for efficiency
Other Responsibilities
- Manages accounting software and troubleshoots issues with support.
- Cross-train with Controller on key tasks and duties.
- Continually evaluate processes and identify opportunities for improvement.
- Willingly accept assignments or special projects as assigned which may vary as determined by SUI management or Quanta directives.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, or related field
- CPA or CPA track preferred
- Minimum of 5 years of accounting experience
- Strong understanding of GAAP
- Excel proficiency, including pivot and v-look up tables
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills