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Patten CAT Assistant Controller in Cedar Rapids, Iowa

Working Hours/Days

M - F, 8-5

Overview

An exciting opportunity awaits a skilled accountant to join our dynamic finance team at Altorfer Inc. As an Assistant Controller, you'll play a pivotal role in supporting the Controller with various financial tasks.

Basic Duties

  • Assist in month-end close procedures, including accruals, depreciation, and inventory adjustments

  • Perform bank reconciliations and resolve any discrepancies

  • Prepare and file state sales tax returns for multiple states

  • Prepare general journal entries and maintain supporting documentation

  • Maintain fixed asset schedules

  • Analyze financial data and provide recommendations for improvement

  • Ensure compliance with accounting standards, policies, and regulations

  • Support outside auditors and tax accountants and prepare requested workpapers

  • Collaborate with other departments and provide accounting guidance

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance

  • CPA certification is required

  • At least 3 years of experience in accounting or auditing

  • Military and veterans are encouraged to apply.

  • Fluency in Microsoft Excel and other accounting software

  • Strong knowledge of GAAP and state sales tax laws

  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills

  • Attention to detail and accuracy

  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team

  • Ability to meet deadlines and prioritize tasks

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions

This position works in an office environment. May, on a continuous basis, sit at desk for a long period of time; intermittently answer telephone and write or use a keyboard to communicate through written means. Some walking and lifting up to 20 lbs. may be required. There may be times when you may need to go out into the service shop or warehouse area and will be required to wear appropriate safety equipment (IE- Safety glasses or side shields). The physical demands described above are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Why Work for Altorfer?At Altorfer, our iron is just the beginning. Our people make our company successful, and we would not be who we are without them. As a third generation, family-owned company created in 1957, we bring our values into how we do business. Everyone from technicians, sales representatives, administrative professionals, or somewhere in between is part of the “A-Team” and is critical to our success. Here at Altorfer, we have over 35 locations and 1300 employees with long tenure for you to learn from. We have a collaborative, family valued culture, with a great reputation in the industry. A company that offers competitive pay, excellent benefits, and a remarkable team of people to work with.

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Req No.2024-4891

CategoryAccounting/Finance

LocationUS-IA-Cedar Rapids

TypeRegular Full-Time

Union or Non-UnionNon-Union

DivisionCorporate

CompanyAltorfer Inc

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