Assistant Controller

Job Title: Assistant Controller Company: Nelson Pipeline Location: Centennial, CO Environment: Office/ Hybrid Pay Rate: $130,000-$150,000 Benefits: Competitive PTO + 7 Company Holidays Weekly pay Medical, dental & vision insurance Company funded HSA Company paid life & AD&D insurance Voluntary life & AD&D insurance 401K with competitive company match & vesting schedule Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Position Summary: The Assistant Controller is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the accounting team and manages the month-end close process. This position reports to the Controller and involves managing a team of accountants and coordinating with multiple other departments. The Assistant Controller is expected to record complex journal entries and reconcile more involved areas of accounting and review work prepared by staff. This role is integral to the success of the month-end close process and to gathering accurate insight into the financial statements. Responsibilities: Prepare and/or review journal entries and month-end balance sheet reconciliations Coordinate the preparation of the monthly financial statements, ensuring completeness and accuracy Provide in depth explanations for variance analysis to Controller and ensure all questions are resolved timely Ensure month-end process is consistently on track, communicating delays and working with the Controller to quickly and accurately resolve issues Manage payroll process, actively participating in the implementation of a new payroll system and managing the weekly payroll cycle Coordinate with outside system consultants to continue process improvements Ensure taxes are filed and remitted timely Ensure weekly payroll is processed accurately and any issues are communicated with employees timely Provide training and support to accounting team and other departments as necessary Supervise, mentor, and complete performance reviews of accounting staff Gather support for auditors throughout annual audit process Support Controller with ad hoc projects Work cross-functionally with other departments to ensure data provided to the Accounting Department is timely and accurately reported Proactively identify and discuss issues and areas for improvement All other job duties as assigned Requirements B.S. in Accounting from an accredited college or university Proven experience of 8+ years in accounting, with at least 4 years in a managerial role Experience in payroll management preferred Strong operational knowledge of U.S. GAAP Strong Microsoft Office skills including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills Ability to work effectively in a small office environment Ability to maintain confidentiality Excellent communication skills in working with internal and external stakeholders Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify and resolve issues accurately, and in a timely manner Self-starter, deadline-focused, team-oriented, accountable, and adaptable to a fast-paced environment Detail-oriented and highly organized Position Type/Expected Hours of Work This is a full-time position, located primarily out of Nelson’s South Denver office in Centennial, CO. This is a hybrid position, with in-office days to be agreed upon with this role’s direct supervisor.