Assistant Controller/Controller

About VENTURE.co:

Through investor life-cycle management, regulatory solutions, and connectivity with financial intermediaries, the VENTURE.co software as a service platform introduces a host of efficiencies for Sponsors and Broker-Dealers aiming to reduce their cost of capital acquisition in private markets. Founded in 2014, we are a founder-owned and operated financial technology firm with a team of 20 full-time contributors (and growing), headquartered on the waterfront of Lake Champlain in Burlington, VT. VENTURE.co offers competitive benefits packages, including 401k, health, vision, dental, and unlimited vacation.

Assistant Controller responsibilities are:

• Provide assistance during formulation of internal controls and policies to ensure compliance with inner standards and legal requirements

• Support basic accounting management operations such as billing, tax forms, reporting and so on

• Provide assistance during preparation of financial statements ensuring the compliance with official guidelines and requirements

• Provide assistance during preparation of budgets or forecasts

• Review and keep organized journal entries, invoices etc.

• Help to prepare for the annual audit

• Help to reconcile accounts for the monthly or annual closing

• Participate in development of reports for senior management or regulatory agents

• Monitor company’s accounting information to detect inaccuracies or imbalances

Assistant Controller requirements are:

• 2+ years' experience of working on an Assistant Controller or other similar position

• Experience with accounting and financial processes (such as budgeting, financial closure, reporting etc.)

• Good knowledge of GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) and regulations

• Experience with of data analysis and forecasting

• Practical experience with MS Office, particularly with Excel)

• Familiarity with accounting software (such as SAP)

• Reliable, organized, good problem solver with close attention to detail

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• BSc or BA degree in accounting, finance or other relevant area