Position Title: Financial Analyst & Assistant Controller

Department: Accounting

Reports To: Controller

Direct Reports: Accounting Department Staff

Status: Full-Time; Exempt

General Summary: An exempt position responsible for assisting the Controller in planning and overseeing execution of the Accounting Department’s functions and operations.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Assists in overseeing Accounting Department staff in accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, and bank reconciliations.
• Assists in identifying Accounting Department staff training needs and oversight of their training.
• Monitors staff workload and adjusts priorities as needed.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Works closely with the Controller to ensure Accounting Department is contributing to the overall financial goals of the company.
• Assists in maintaining the documented system of accounting policies and procedures; assists in implementation of system(s) of control over accounting transactions to minimize risk.
• Assists in the production of periodic financial reports; ensures that the reported results comply with generally accepted accounting principles.
• Assists with the annual budget and forecasting processes; reports significant budget differences to management.
• Works with external accountants and auditors and provides needed information for monthly agreed upon procedures.
• Assists in monitoring and maintaining compliance with local, state, and federal government requirements.
• Performs other related duties as necessary or assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Must be a self-starter and learn quickly.
• Attention to detail.
• Excellent supervisory and people management skills and abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Proficient with accounting software.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, especially MS Excel.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration required.
• Exemplary prior work experience in ABS’ Accounting Department demonstrating great aptitude and potential.
• Certified Public Accountant or Certified Management Accountant designation preferred.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• No nights
• No weekends

Application Question(s):

• Please explain how your current or past duties and responsibilities relate to this position.
• Do you now or will you in the future require work visa sponsorship to maintain employment eligibility in the United States?
• Please provide an example of a time you utilized problem solving skills and leadership in a professional setting.
• Describe your level of Microsoft Excel experience.
• Are you currently under indictment for or have you ever previously been convicted of a felony criminal offense?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Language:

• English (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Knoxville, TN 37923 (Required)

Work Location: In person