Assistant Controller

Employee Type :  Full-Time Industry :  Automotive - Motor Vehicles - Parts
Other Great Industries Manages Others :  Yes Job Type :  Accounting Education :  4 Year Degree Experience :  4 to 8 years Relocation Covered :  No Division :  Manheim Post Date :  8/8/2012 Contact Information Ref ID : 300540  Description

This position assists the Controller in directing the financial activities of the Auction(s) and is responsible for the administration and management of the Financial Controls, including Accounts Receivable, Customer Disbursements, Payroll, Credit, and Internal Controls.  The II manages the day to day accounting activities including month end close activities, account reconciliations, financial statement reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and analysis.  This position will typically report to a Controller functioning as secondary Finance person responsible for day to day activities.

Job Responsibilities:

Assist in preparation of monthly financial statement and ad hoc reports to be distributed to General Manager.  Manage monthly close process including journal entries and accrual analysis. Assist in process to Reconcile Balance Sheet Accounts monthly and submit package for compliance review quarterly. Assist in managing the Auction's records and reports in compliance with established accounting policies and procedures (GAAP), including the reconciliation of weekly sales and receivables reports. Assist in the implementation of goals, policies, priorities and procedures relating to financial management, forecast, budget, and accounting. Direct the maintenance of general and subsidiary ledgers, accounts receivable, revenue distribution, depreciation, cost, property, operating expenses, and insurance records. Direct internal audits involving review of accounting and administrative controls. Coordinate preparation of external audit materials and external financial reporting, and review financial statements with Auction management. Reconcile daily financial information with banking officials, scan checks, prepare deposits and transfer of funds within the required time frame and work with banks as necessary regarding efficient and accurate account management. Assist Controller in the preparation of annual budgets and quarterly forecasts. Assist Controller by reconciling accounts, evaluating the accuracy and effectiveness of the accounting system and assist external auditors in performing reviews and audits of the accounting records. Provides timely notification to management on returned checks, drafts and potential credit problems. Coordinate monthly close process including journal entries and accrual analysis. Prepare various management presentations, financial analyses, and special projects as assigned. Advise and communicate technical accounting matters with all levels of the organization. Maintain fixed asset reporting, capital expenditures and schedules. Comply, support and enforce auction, government and customer policies, procedures and regulations. Visibly demonstrate safety commitment by following all safety and health procedures and modeling the behaviors related to such. Work in cooperation with safety leadership in support of all safety activities aligned with Safety Excellence. Effectively leads the team at the location by setting an example in behavior, championing Cox/Manheim values and ensuring that all employees are treated with respect. Enforce all company policies and procedures related to employee and customer conduct. Perform other duties as assigned by management. Partner with various market level support teams (i.e. Finance, HR, MFS, Recon, Safety, Security, Sales) to ensure effective and efficient operational processes that align with company objectives and strategies and high quality customer service and support.  Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Management required. CPA certification or MBA preferred. 3 - 5 years of accounting experience in positions with increasing responsibilities required. Experience in the automobile or Auctions industry desirable. Strong communication, interaction, and presentation skills required. Effective and competent management, accounting, and organizational skills required. Strong knowledge of GAAP and internal controls. Proven ability to work with all levels of an organization. Good computer and software knowledge essential. ERP software experience a plus (e.g., Oracle, Hyperion, JD Edwards, SAP, etc.).

 

Closing:

With more than 20,000 employees in operating locations around the globe, Manheim is the world's largest provider of vehicle remarketing services. In 2010, Manheim handled nearly 10 million used vehicles, facilitating transactions representing more than $50 billion in value.  A subsidiary of Atlanta-based Cox Enterprises, Manheim is transforming the wholesale vehicle buying and selling experience through investments in technology and innovative products and services. Manheim markets Manheim Financial Services (MAFS), OVE.com, Total Resource Auctions, Manheim Frontline, Manheim Specialty and Heavy Truck & Equipment, Manheim Consulting and other respected brands to the remarketing industry in 15 countries, including Australia, Turkey and the United Kingdom.  Manheim is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free workplace. Please submit your resume to: http://www.coxenterprises.com/coxcareer/

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