Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Athena Security is an industry leader in AI-powered concealed weapons detection, visitor management, and integrated security platforms. The company is seeking a Financial Controller to provide financial leadership and oversee accounting operations, including close processes, reconciliations, cash flow, tax compliance, financial reporting, and internal controls.
Responsibilities
- Provide overall accounting oversight and guidance to the company's bookkeeper
- Review and approve bookkeeping activities, journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial records
- Manage and oversee month-end and year-end close processes
- Prepare and review monthly financial statements and management reports
- Perform and review bank, credit card, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and general ledger reconciliations
- Monitor cash flow, working capital, and overall financial performance
- Oversee fixed asset accounting, including depreciation calculations and maintenance of depreciation schedules
- Ensure accounting records are maintained in accordance with GAAP and company policies
- Coordinate with external accountants, tax advisors, and auditors as needed
- Support preparation and filing of federal, state, and local tax filings and ensure compliance with applicable requirements
- Assist with budgeting, forecasting, financial planning, and variance analysis
- Establish and maintain effective internal controls and accounting procedures
- Identify accounting discrepancies, risks, and opportunities for process improvement
- Provide financial analysis, reporting, and recommendations to management
- Support the company as it scales by improving accounting processes, systems, and controls
- Maintain the confidentiality and security of sensitive financial information
- Perform other accounting and financial management duties as needed
Skills
- • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
- • 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including experience in a Controller, Accounting Manager, or similar role
- • Experience overseeing or managing bookkeeping functions
- • Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, reconciliations, fixed asset accounting, and month-end close procedures
- • Experience with QuickBooks Online; experience with NetSuite or other accounting systems is a plus
- • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel
- • Experience supporting tax compliance, audits, and external accounting partners
- • Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- • High level of integrity, accuracy, and attention to detail
- • Ability to work independently and effectively in a fast-paced, growing company environment
- • CPA license strongly preferred
Benefits
- Remote work
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