Associate Controller

Open position in Columbia, MO; Hybrid work schedule: 3 days in the office, 2 days working from home

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position, now or in the future. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis without requiring employer sponsorship.

The Associate Controller is a high-impact role within the finance organization at True Independent Holdings, serving as a key partner to the CFO and supporting Controllers across both digital and traditional media agencies.

This position provides hands-on support across accounting operations, financial reporting, and cash management. The Associate Controller will build deep knowledge across multiple agencies and be prepared to step into support Controllers as needed, ensuring continuity and scalability of the finance function.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (Other duties may be assigned)

CFO & Finance Leadership Support

• Serve as a primary support resource to the CFO across financial operations, reporting, and strategic initiatives
• Partner with the CFO to drive consistency, discipline, and best practices across all agencies
• Assist in reviewing financial performance, identifying risks, and supporting decision-making

Controller Support (Digital & Traditional Media)

• Support Controllers across multiple agencies, including both digital and traditional media businesses
• Provide hands-on assistance with:
• Month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes
• General ledger maintenance and account reconciliations
• Journal entries and supporting documentation
• Step in to support or backfill Controller responsibilities during absences, transitions, or periods of high demand

Accounting Operations & Financial Integrity

• Ensure accuracy and integrity of financial data across multiple entities
• Lead for balance sheet reconciliations, including cash, AR, AP, prepaids, accruals, and credit cards
• Support revenue recognition and cost alignment related to media activities
• Review financial data and reconcile discrepancies across systems and reports

Media Billing & Working Capital Support

• Support media billing processes, ensuring accuracy and completeness
• Assist in reconciling client billing, vendor invoices, and media activity
• Support accounts receivable tracking, collections, and aging analysis
• Help monitor working capital, including timing of receivables and payables

Cash Management & Forecasting

• Assist with cash reporting, cash flow analysis, and short- and long-term cash projections
• Support monitoring of cash activity across agencies, including inflows and outflows
• Assist in managing liquidity and identifying cash-related risks or opportunities

Audit & Compliance

• Support the annual audit process by preparing schedules and gathering supporting documentation
• Work with Controllers to ensure timely and accurate audit deliverables
• Ensure adherence to GAAP and internal accounting policies

Systems, Process Improvement & Scalability

• Support accounting operations within Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central (or similar ERP systems)
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and scalability
• Assist with system transitions, integrations, and reporting enhancements

Training & Succession Development

• Develop the skills and knowledge necessary to eventually step into a Controller role
• Build cross-agency expertise to ensure continuity of operations
• Provide guidance and support to junior accounting staff as appropriate

Qualifications - To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting (GAAP)
• Experience in a multi-entity or multi-business environment preferred
• Ability to operate both hands-on and at a higher strategic level
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central or similar ERP system highly preferred.
• Strong Excel skills.
• High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across teams
• 1-3+ years of accounting experience
• Experience in agency, media, or similar service-based industries preferred

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required

Total Perks Package

• The chance to be a part of a growing company and the next success story
• Amazing opportunities for career development
• Recognition programs
• Employee referral bonus
• Hybrid work schedule; 3 days in the office, 2 days working from home
• Fun and collaborative work environment
• Casual dress code
• Insurance Coverage (medical, dental, vision, life, and disability)
• 401(k) retirement plan, with employer 4% match
• Work/life benefits, including mental health and wellbeing support
• Flexible Time Off Policy
• Paid holidays, including agency closing Christmas Eve-New Year's Day
• Paid leave options, including sick leave, medical leave for self and family, and parental leave

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