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Assistant Comptroller

Spherion Staffing & Recruiting
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Assistant Comptroller

Spherion Gainesville, FL is seeking an experienced Assistant Comptroller with strong AP Management skills to join a client's financial services team, overseeing reporting, compliance, and internal controls. This is a Permanent Direct Hire opportunity in Gainesville, FL.

Pay Rate: $30/hr + Benefits. 

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8am - 5pm. 

Let's get to work!

Email your resume to Rose: rosecrane@spherion.com

Responsibilities

  • Support Comptroller and CFO in financial planning, reporting, compliance, and internal control management.

  • Oversee complex accounting and financial transactions across multiple funds.

  • Prepare, review, and analyze financial reports; conduct fiscal analyses for decision support.

  • Compile financial data for ad hoc reporting and special projects.

  • Analyze and reconcile general ledger accounts, resolving variances/discrepancies.

  • Perform internal audits for compliance; provide support for external audits.

  • Conduct audits of travel reimbursements and other financial activities, correcting noncompliance.

  • Evaluate and recommend improvements to accounting practices and business processes/workflows.

  • Manage and supervise AP and expense reporting functions (invoice processing, payments, reconciliations, team performance).

  • Monitor encumbrance activity and purchasing reports.

  • Provide training and support for AP, travel, and expense reporting functions; implement preventative measures for common errors.

  • Lead the P-Card and Travel Reimbursement programs, ensuring accuracy and timely processing.

  • Communicate accounting policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements; maintain data integrity.

  • Comply with all rules, regulations (e.g., FERPA), and confidentiality requirements.

Skills

  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.

  • Ability to analyze information, reason logically, establish facts, draw conclusions, and develop recommendations.

  • Adept at providing prompt and courteous responses.

  • Ability to train, develop, coach, mentor, and retain a highly motivated workforce.

  • Experience working successfully in a multi-cultural environment.

  • Flexible and supportive team player.

Qualifications

  • Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

  • Required Experience: Four (4) years of professional experience in accounting, finance, or related areas (eight years of combined education and experience may be considered).

  • Technical: Knowledge of Microsoft Office and/or relevant position software programs.

  • Preferred: CPA licensure. Prior experience in a higher education setting. Experience with Workday.

Are you ready to start your next career? Please visit: https://www.spherion.com/job-seekers/submit-your-resume/ to apply or call us at 352-378-2300 to inquire about our job opportunities. 

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