Balanced Body is hiring! We are seeking a technically skilled and analytical Assistant Controller to join our Accounting team. The responsibilities of the position include recording day to day financial transactions, assisting the Controller with month end closing activities (e.g. bank reconciliations and recurring journal entries), miscellaneous reporting, and general team support where and as needed.
To be successful in the position you will be able to meet deadlines, demonstrate great attention to detail and consistency in following processes, and work well in a team environment. The individual we are seeking will be an excellent communicator and be process oriented.
You will be working with other Accounting professionals whose focus will be on general accounting responsibilities from A/R, A/P and Payroll to month end closing and financial statement generation and distribution. You should be comfortable in a fluid environment where priorities could shift on occasion. This is an exciting opportunity to work with an industry leader that is strong, stable, growing, and environmentally sensitive.
Areas of Responsibility:
· Oversee accounting and banking records, ledgers and reporting, ensuring compliance with appropriate GAAP standards and regulatory requirements;
· Participate in month and year-end closing activities, such as preparing bank reconciliations, reconciling current asset and liability account activities, and others as assigned;
· Maintain and improve internal controls and safeguards over financial transactions;
· Oversee licensing and registration with various state agencies, including sales tax licenses and compliance reporting;
· Manage third party accounting support for calculations of sales tax and related returns;
· Generate and distribute periodic reports for management review;
· Assist with annual tax return support, compliance documents and employee benefit plan audit support, and others as needed;
· Act as back-up to other Accounting team members as needed to keep the department running smoothly;
· Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Requirements
· Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance;
· 2-4 years of relevant general ledger accounting experience;
· Sales tax management a plus;
· Solid understanding of generally accepted accounting principles;
· Experience working with accounting software;
· Proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel and Outlook);
· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
· Detail-oriented, organized and analytical, with an ability to juggle multiple tasks;
· Ability to maintain high standards of confidentiality;
The Company
https://www.pilates.com/BBAPP/V/company/craftsmanship.html
Balanced Body is the world's largest designer and manufacturer of Pilates equipment, as well as a provider of high-quality Pilates and other mind-body instructor training and continuing education. We currently do business in over 100 countries, with world-renowned customer service and a serious commitment to environmentally friendly business practices. If you want to work with a company with a passion for changing lives in ways small and large, let us hear from you.
We offer competitive compensation and excellent benefits including:
Balanced Body is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to workforce diversity.
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Balanced Body® believes that movement can change people’s lives. We are the leading resource for Pilates equipment, information and education for fitness centers, studios, rehabilitation facilities and home enthusiasts. Founded in 1976, the company was the first to substantially update Joseph Pilates' equipment with state-of-the-art engineering, materials and technology. Ken Endelman, the company's CEO and founder, has been awarded 26 U.S. patents for his inventions.
Headquartered in Sacramento, Calif., where all its equipment is designed and manufactured, the company actively promotes Pilates to the fitness industry, the medical profession and the media. The company established the 1-800-PILATES service and online Studio Finder to help the public locate instructors and studios in their area. This free service refers more than 1,000 clients a month to instructors and studios internationally.
In addition to equipment, Balanced Body offers instructor training and continuing education for Pilates, CoreAlign®, Anatomy in Three Dimensions™, Bodhi Suspension System™, Balanced Body Barre™, MOTR™ and other mind-body instructor training programs. We also carry an extensive line of accessories, books, and videos for professionals and home enthusiasts. Visit pilates.com or call 1-800-PILATES for the world's largest selection of Pilates and other mind-body products, for inspiring educational opportunities, and to learn about the benefits of Pilates.