Job Title - Assistant Controller
Location – Reston, VA
Duration – 9+ Months

Role Summary

• The role provides support to the Regional Controller in performing forecast activities (short term planning) accordingly with planning process needs, perform analysis and monitor results. The role provides Controlling with financial and economic analysis to support decision-making processes. The role provides support and coordination to the activity of Internal Control System and Quality Management System.

Qualifications

• 3+ years relevant work experience
• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, economics or engineering
• Desired MBA

Skills

General Skills

• Experience in working on reporting projects, and knowledge of how to oversee such projects
• Strong understanding of financial measurement, to a level enabling critical analysis of business proposals and solutions
• Business savvy – understanding operational environment and timings
• Planning skills – translation of operational topics into the ‘world of finance and controlling
• Communication skills – interpersonal, presentation and written
• Computer savvy – skilled in the use of standard Microsoft Office, Business apps and VWGoA software
• Integration – joining people, processes or systems
• Change management – foster a process and compliance-driven environment
• Responsible for ensuring that the Function operates in accordance with site policies and procedures in respect of Health and Safety, in order to ensure the safety of Colleagues and visitors

Specialized Skills Required

• Expert-level knowledge of Microsoft Excel
• Develop efficient and effective processes for operations and field groups
• Expert knowledge in Microsoft PowerPoint and Thinkcell
• Familiar with Client Financial Planning Process and SAP Accounting and Reporting Systems
• Desired
• MicroStrategy tool

Work Flexibility

• Typical office schedule in our Reston office
• Limited travel required for occasional meetings and training

Role Responsibilities

Financial Controller (70%)

Responsible to support the Regional Controller for:

• 12 months forecast/budget/5 years plan of P&L and Balance Sheet Financial Key Figures (Investment, Inventory, Liquidity) being responsible for the following activity:
• Monthly organization of the forecast data collection in line with Group instructions and deadlines
• Evaluation of the Overall Company profitability including analysis and the evaluation of the Risks and Opportunity
• Financial and business performances measurement: gap analysis (Current Forecast vs. Budget, vs Previous Forecast Version) of the overall Company and of the single Company’s businesses

Risk Officer Assistant (30%)

• Support and coordination of ICS and QMS

 
 
At SPECTRAFORCE, we are committed to maintaining a workplace that ensures fair compensation and wage transparency in adherence with all applicable state and local laws. This position’s starting pay is: $ 47.23/hr.