Assistant Controller - Urgent

We are looking to hire a motivated Assistant Controller to join our growing team at AKA NYC in New York, NY.
Growing your career as a Full Time Assistant Controller is an amazing opportunity to develop useful skills.
If you are strong in creativity, adaptability and have the right personality for the job, then apply for the position of Assistant Controller at AKA NYC today!

ASSISTANT CONTROLLER AKA NYC is an award-winning, fully integrated advertising agency with unparalleled expertise across the arts & entertainment, leisure, travel, retail, and tourism sectors. With a focus on creativity, innovation, and consumer experiences, we have a proven record of delivering cross-platform campaigns that get results for new brands and iconic institutions alike. Our clients include Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, The Metropolitan Museum of Art, Funny Girl the Musical, Edge at Hudson Yards, New York YMCA, and many others. Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, the Assistant Controller is a full-time exempt position that is based in New York City. WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Take full responsibility for the general ledger month-end close and presentation of the balance sheet and income statement results to the CFO.
• Prepare G/L entries and reconciliations for month-end close; review G/L for accuracy, reclassifications if needed, and completeness.
• Prepare and maintain accounting schedules as needed.
• Prepare and file sales tax as required.
• Create and send client invoices weekly, or as needed
• Review client WIP and accrued accounts weekly
• Review client budgets and ensure all items were billed
• Conduct weekly billing meetings with Client Account Directors and Supervisors.
• Assist with the preparation of monthly sales forecasts.
• Accurately and timely prepare management reports.
• Assist with financial oversight of AKA NYC operations, including engaging in ongoing analysis for cost reduction, and working with staff members to resolve billing inquiries or budget questions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR:

• 5+ years in Accounting or related role (ideally servicing the entertainment industry).
• Bachelor's Degree or higher in Accounting or related discipline.
• CPA or MBA preferred
• Strong understanding of accounting theory.
• Intermediate level knowledge of all accounting functions and related internal controls, including A/R, A/P, fixed assets, and inventory.
• Good knowledge of GAAP and willingness to research and resolve accounting application.
• Strong analytical and auditing skills, with ability to research and reconcile complex accounts.
• Ability to work collaboratively with all levels of employees, management, and external agencies to maximize performance, creativity, problem-solving, and results.
• Ability to works proactively and independently, as well as a member of a team.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• A competitive salary between $100,000 - $130,000, commensurate with experience
• A generous PTO entitlement, including:
  • 20 days vacation per year, increasing with years of service (to a max of 25 days)
  • 3 personal/mental health days
  • 12 paid public holidays
  • 5 paid sick days
  • 1/2 day Summer Fridays between mid-June and Labor Day
• 100% employer-paid healthcare for employees
• 100% employer-paid dental care for employees
• Flexible 40 hour week built around core hours M-F 10AM-5PM
• Hybrid position: minimum three days per week in office (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday)
• WFA for 2 weeks in August
• Training and Development fund up to $1,000 per employee, per year
• Minimum of 4 weeks paid parental leave, increasing with years of service (to a max of 12 paid weeks)
• Student loan repayment assistance (or tuition assistance) up to $5,000 with 6 years of service
• Paid 4-week sabbatical with 10 years of service
• Pet-friendly office

A Note on Diversity and Inclusion
At AKA, we believe our team is at its best when we reflect the diversity of our community. We strive to hire and cultivate the best talent so when recruiting we work to actively reach and engage a wide community of people. We're passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity. We believe a diverse team makes us smarter, more creative, and helps us better understand the needs of the audiences we target with our campaigns. AKA is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital or parental status, disability, veteran status, or other class protected by applicable law.


AKA NYC requires all new hires to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 prior to the first date of on-site work. As required by applicable law, AKA will consider requests for Reasonable Accommodations. Sound like a good fit? We'd love to hear from you!

Benefits of working as a Assistant Controller in New York, NY:

● Learning opportunities
● Opportunities to grow
● Advantageous package