ASSISTANT CONTROLLER

JOB Are you ready to take your career to new heights in the world of finance? We are actively seeking a collaborative, inquisitive, and passionate Assistant Controller to be a key leader for our Cary team.
As we embark on an exciting journey of evolution and innovation, our employees work together to change lives through exceptional service.
This is not just a job opportunity, it's an invitation to be part of a strategic vision where your skills will not only contribute to our current success but will also lay the foundation for your own professional evolution.
As the Assistant Controller, you will be an integral part of our financial leadership team, collaborating closely with our current Controller and other key stakeholders in a busy, fast-paced environment.
The successful candidate must be highly efficient and cutting edge in their thinking ability as our team continuously strives to exceed our partner's and customer's expectations.
But what sets this role apart is our commitment to succession planning.
We don't just want someone to fill a position.
We want someone with the potential, ambition, and drive to step into the shoes of the Controller when the time is right.
Do you have what it takes to provide sound financial oversight and leadership? Can you positively contribute to the development and execution of financial strategies? Do you want to work in a collaborative environment that strives for excellence daily? Are you looking for a clear path for advancement with a focus on professional development? If you answered yes, then we invite you to apply and consider joining the Cary team! EXAMPLE OF DUTIES Your day-to-day journey will include.
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Evolution: Collaborates in a fast paced, evolving environment.
Manages a variety of tasks daily.
Adapts to change through continuous learning and empowers others through shared knowledge.
Compliance: Stays updated on relevant laws and regulations affecting local government finances and ensures adherence to all applicable rules.
Operations: Oversees and manages day-to-day accounting functions and staff, including but not limited to, revenue collection, accounts payable, billing, and payroll.
Internal Controls: Assists with the management of financial operations, internal and system controls, including financial system access, by developing and maintaining controls and policies to safeguard public funds and assets.
Technology: Participates in projects, planning, documentation, implementation, testing, process evaluation, improvements, and procedure and policy updates.
Serves as key player in Oracle Implementation Team (ERP) and a lead in testing and approval of all updates to that system.
Financial Analysis: Maintains and analyzes information and reports from ERP system including development of dashboards, reporting, and workflows for staff.
Collaboration: Builds strong, effective relationships among staff within the department and around the organization to plan financial support for development projects.
Supervision: Supervises and develops staff by managing performance, setting goals, providing ongoing training, and building strong employee relationships.
Budget Management: Participates in the development, monitoring, and implementation of certain finance functions for the annual budget.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university with a concentration in accounting, public administration, business administration, or a closely related field and considerable experience in professional accounting or finance with local government experience preferred.
Preference will be given to candidates who possess the following: A minimum of 5 years experience in professional accounting and/or local government financeCertified Public accountant or relevant professional certificationAbility to identify and implement process improvements for enhanced efficiencyExcellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skillsProficiency in financial software tools, including accounting software and spreadsheet applications.
Oracle ERP experience is a plus.
Conditions of EmploymentRequires drug testing and background check (which may include criminal check, education verification, credit history check, and reference checks) prior to employment.
Physical RequirementsWork in this class is generally sedentary.
Work requires the employee to have dexterity in the hands for typing/data entry and operation of standard office equipment.
The ability to hear and talk is also required to communicate with employees and vendors.
Visual acuity is necessary to read handwritten and typewritten materials and view a computer screen for the purposes of data entry.