Aston Carter Controller (100% Remote) in Chicago, Illinois

Now Hiring a Controller Location: 100% Remote Job Duties: • Subject Matter Expert in operations and accounting processes and proper accounting treatment for all areas of accounting. • Manage and develop a team of experts who are able to troubleshoot and configure M3 functions to support accounting requirements • Manage project list including identifying relevant projects, gathering preliminary information on scope and requirements, ensuring deadlines are reasonable, and assigning projects to ensure workload balanced and project leader has the proper knowledge/skill to complete • Assist in system setup and configuration for all accounting related systems • Test coordination and execution for system processes impacting the accounting team • Documentation of standard operating procedures related to accounting system processes • Development and execution of system training • Monitor system usage and ensure upstream processes are executed correctly to ensure accurate accounting is recorded • Maintain system accounting rules ensuring accurate execution of accounting transaction recording • Troubleshoot system issues and drive root cause resolution • Lead process improvement activities and gain business approval for changes which result in streamlining accounting results and • reducing process execution time • Execute the setup, configuration, and testing of accounting rules. Ensure setup is consistent and in line with GAAP and CTOS requirements • Execute the setup and configuration of Legal Entity Rules • Develop approach to system issues or new system process development which do not result in accounting errors, ensure controls requirements are met and provide accurate GAAP accounting application. Configure and test in the ERP system. • Maintain auditable documentation around accounting rule maintenance • Assist Controllers with resolving issues related to accounting rule execution • Execute miscellaneous system implementation projects assigned related to all systems utilized by accounting Skills/ Qualifications: • Bachelors in Accounting or Finance • 6+ years in accounting – overall financial experience • 2+ years in management of 2 or more • Preferred CPA or master’s degree in Accounting or Finance • Independent worker • Strong knowledge of GAAP • Strong time management skills • Strong project management skills • Strong organizational skills • Strong Excel Skills • Ability to work in a fast paced, short deadline environment • Attention to detail Good to know: • One of the fastest growing companies in KC. $200 million in revenue to $1 billion in revenue in less than 5 years. • Heavy mergers and acquisition focused • They are seeking solvers and someone that wants to drive projects and progress • Hands on experience with an ERP implementation and acquisition integration If you want to learn more, please email your updated resume to Anna at anogorman@astoncarter com, along with a time that works best for you to discuss. About Aston Carter: Please Note: Scammers are posing as Aston Carter. We’ll never contact you via Gmail, Telegram, or WhatsApp and we’ll never solicit money from you. At Aston Carter, we’re dedicated to expanding career opportunities for the skilled professionals who power our business. Our success is driven by the talented, motivated people who join our team across a range of positions – from recruiting, sales and delivery to corporate roles. As part of our team, employees have the opportunity for long-term career success, where hard work is rewarded and the potential for growth is limitless. Established in 1997, Aston Carter is a leading staffing and consulting firm, providing high-caliber talent and premium services to more than 7,000 companies across North America. Spanning four continents and more than 200 offices, we extend our clients’ capabilities by seeking solvers and delivering solutions to address today’s workforce challenges. For organizations looking for innovative solutions shaped by critical-thinking professionals, visit AstonCarter.com. Aston Carter is a company within Allegis Group, a global leader in talent solutions. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards 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 call 888-237-6835 or email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options. However, if you have questions about this position, please contact the Recruiter located at the bottom of the job posting. The Recruiter is the sole point of contact for questions about this position. Apply tot his job