Job Information
Datapath Inc Assistant Controller in Duluth, Georgia
[DataPath is a global leader in remote satellite-based communications solutions that solve our customers toughest communications challenges in urgent time frames and under extreme conditions. We specialize in enabling complex communication networks that are critical to the operations of the Department of Defense, Civilian Government and commercial markets.
The Assistant Controller is responsible for supporting most day-to-day accounting activities, reviewing accounting information for accuracy, assisting in the preparation of financial statements and helping in the formulation of internal controls and policies. The Assistant Controller will work closely with the Controller, the project team and FPandA. Principal Responsibilities]{calibri",sans-serif"=""}
- Manage and oversee the daily operations of the accounting department including month and end-year process, general ledger, capital assets reconciliations, fixed asset activity, debt activity.
- Monitor and analyze accounting data and produce financial reports or statements.
- Establish and maintain fiscal files and records to document transactions.
- Maintains financial security by establishing internal controls.
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- Prepare or review accurate accruals at period end, ensuring appropriate supporting documentation is available and filed centrally.
- Post cash receipts and other bank entries daily
- Prepare the daily working capital.
- Assist in the preparation of short-term cash forecast.
- Prepare the borrowing base calculations and certificates.
- Review the companys accounting information to identify and resolve inaccuracies or imbalances.
- Direct the monthly general ledger close process including maintenance of a monthly checklist as well as generation, reconciliation and analysis of corporate accounting reports.
- Assist in the preparation of financial statements in compliance with official guidelines and requirements.
- Prepare the sales tax returns and the personal property tax returns.
- Participate in audit preparation.
- Act as back-up for accounts payable, travel expenses, checks, ACH and wire transfer preparations
- Act as back up for commission calculations
- Act as back up for healthcare benefit reconciliation
- Assists with special projects.
Relationships
- Datapath Finance and Accounting Department
- Financial leadership within Gilat
- Internal business partners, primarily within sales, legal/compliance, operations and systems
Education and Experience
Bachelors degree in accounting or finance.
Experience in the use of general ledger and ERP systems (Deltek/Cost Point preferred but not required).
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