Assistant Controller (Hawaii)

We are recruiting for an Assistant Controller to join the Hawaii division of a large and successful national distribution/manufacturing company. This position is on-site in Oahu and reports directly to the Corporate Controller. Our client offers a collaborative work culture and a generous compensation package. The Assistant Controller is responsible for preparing and reporting financial statements in compliance with GAAP and regulatory requirements. This is a great opportunity to work for a well-established and highly regarded organization. Salary: $100,000-$125,000 DOE.

The qualified candidate will have five years’ accounting management experience, including leading a small team of accounting staff and strong GAAP knowledge.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage and review the work of accounting staff, ensuring accuracy, and signing checks as needed.
• Coordinate month-end, year-end reporting, and tax filings, while supporting audit and tax preparation.
• Oversee the monthly close process, including journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Assist the Corporate Controller in maintaining accounting standards and managing department operations.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and contribute to policy development and documentation.

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance required.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible management experience in the accounting field.
• Experience in managing an accounting department (including staff) and the general accounting functions of accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, fixed assets, and financial reporting.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP.
• Experience preparing and reviewing financial statements.
• Knowledge of and ability to prepare or review the state and federal income tax, sales tax, and property tax returns.
• Experience preparing financial presentations, pro forma financial statements, and cash flow projections.
• Hands-on experience creating multi-divisional budgets, monitoring results, and preparing detailed variance analyses.
• Solid knowledge of accrual basis accounting, fixed asset accounting and tax filing requirements.
• Intermediate to advanced skills with Microsoft Suite and accounting software.
• Excellent analytical and critical thinking ability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
• 5+ years' experience in progressive leadership experience in the Accounting Field.