Assistant Controller - REMOTE
Blue Wheel Media
- Chicago, Illinois, United States
- Chicago, Illinois, United States
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Key Responsibilities Accounting Operations & Month-End Close
Lead and supervise the Accounts Payable team, ensuring accurate coding (GL, Class, Department, and Period) and timely vendor payments.
Oversee month-end close, ensuring proper cutoffs, reconciliations, and accuracy of all balance sheet accounts.
Review payroll processing runs prior to finalization to ensure accuracy.
Maintain and reconcile sub-ledgers for media and production inventory, including accruals and deferrals.
Prepare and review monthly journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analyses.
Continuously improve the monthly close process to shorten timelines and enhance accuracy.
Team Leadership & Development
Supervise and mentor accounting staff, fostering a culture of accountability, continuous learning, and collaboration.
Provide training on accounting systems, agency‑specific processes, and best practices to reduce recurring errors.
Collaborate cross‑functionally to improve financial understanding across departments.
Financial Planning & Analysis Support
Support FP&A with timely and accurate data for cash‑flow forecasting, client profitability, and budget‑to‑actual reporting.
Participate in weekly cash‑flow meetings and provide insights on payment trends, collections timing, and variance drivers.
Support development of dashboards and KPIs to monitor financial health and client performance.
Audit, Compliance, and Controls
Manage preparation and review of annual audit schedules and supporting documentation.
Maintain strong internal controls, policy documentation, and accounting procedures consistent with GAAP.
Coordinate timely completion of tax filings and statutory reporting with external advisors.
Commissions & Compensation
Oversee quarterly commission calculations and ensure compliance with internal policies.
Maintain accurate commission eligibility data and present schedules for approval and payment.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA is a plus.
3–5 years of progressive accounting experience, ideally within advertising, marketing, media, or a PE‑backed environment.
Strong understanding of GAAP, revenue recognition (ASC 606), and accrual‑based accounting.
Experience with QuickBooks or project‑based agency ERP system strongly preferred.
Proven track record in improving close processes and implementing controls.
Strong Excel skills.
Excellent communication, analytical, and leadership skills.
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Sprachkenntnisse
- English
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