Job Title: Corporate Assistant ControllerSpecifications of Core FunctionThe Assistant Controller, focused initially on Payments and Expenses, will be a seasoned manager who has the experience, business maturity, technical knowledge, and personal integrity to have a positive impact on the firm’s overall success. Accounting & Reportingo Oversee and evaluate the activities and performance of the accounts payable team, including vendor on-boarding, contract reviews, and payments to ensure compliance with internal controls and contractual agreements o Provide guidance to team on processing queues to ensure invoices are paid timely, accurately and in accordance with the business terms, firm policy, and procedures, and internal controls o Be knowledgeable of global payment and banking platform requirements to support team in resolution of banking related matters o Lead and manage the team responsible for processing North America employee expenses including administration of Amex corporate credit card program o Lead opportunities to expand card programs to global offices as well as p-card and virtual cards, as appropriate for the business o Provide oversight to the worldwide supplier onboarding and maintenance process including collaboration with Legal and Compliance teams o Collaborate with FP&A on spend analysis and with other stakeholders for supplier reporting o Partner with corporate and international teams on monthly financial close planning and execution including review of reconciliations o Prepare executive level financial analysis as needed o Review established KPIs and work with team to achieve while enhancing processes to reduce time to onboard suppliers, pay supplier invoices, and reimburse employees o Provide oversight to 1099 preparation and reporting QualificationsExperience and Technical skills Bachelor’s degree in Accounting from a nationally recognized college/university, required 8+ years of private general accounting Experience with Tier 1 ERP financial system Demonstrated success in a managerial role, preferably in a complex, multi-national environment with Accounts Payable, Expense, and Supplier experience Advanced working knowledge of Microsoft Office products About Aston Carter: Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Aston Carter, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.
