Assistant Controller

A prestigious Italian retail organization is seeking an Assistant Controller to support the Controller in overseeing the company's accounting and financial reporting functions. This individual will play a key role in managing the monthly close process, maintaining accurate financial records, strengthening internal controls, and supporting the continued growth of the finance organization.Assistant Controller Responsibilities:

• Assist in overseeing the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes.
• Review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules prepared by the accounting team.
• Support the preparation of monthly and annual financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
• Manage balance sheet reconciliations and investigate significant variances.
• Partner with Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, and Operations teams to ensure financial accuracy.
• Support inventory accounting, inventory reconciliations, and cost analysis activities.
• Assist with cash management, fixed assets, and lease accounting.
• Maintain and strengthen accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Coordinate annual audits and assist with requests from external auditors and tax advisors.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning initiatives.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, reporting capabilities, and operational efficiencies.
• Mentor and develop accounting staff while helping build a high-performing finance organization.
• Assist with NetSuite optimization initiatives, reporting enhancements, and process automation projects.

Assistant Controller Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 6+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Prior experience within retail, luxury retail, fashion, consumer products, e-commerce, or multi-location environments preferred.
• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting requirements.
• Experience supporting audits, financial statement preparation, and month-end close activities.
• Exposure to inventory accounting and retail operations.
• Experience working within NetSuite ERP is required.
• Advanced Excel skills including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs, and financial analysis.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to thrive in a deadline-driven, collaborative environment.