Assistant Controller

DESCRIPTION

ABOUT AMERICAN DREAM

American Dream, developed by Triple Five Group, is an unparalleled mix of world-class entertainment, retail and dining, comprising more than 3 million square feet in East Rutherford, New Jersey, just minutes away from New York City. American Dream is home to leading attractions that includes DreamWorks Water Park, Nickelodeon Universe, Big SNOW, Angry Birds Golf , The Rink, Blacklight Mini Golf, and a curated collection of premier dining and retail stores, including flagship locations for H&M, Uniqlo and PRIMARK as well as Lululemon, Sephora, Aritzia, Zara and IT’SUGAR, the world’s first “candy department store.” For more information on American Dream, visit www.americandream.com or follow us on Instagram@americandream.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The main purpose of the Assistant Controller is:

• To be responsible for the daily accounting operations of numerous American Dream and Triple Five business entities. The group oversees accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll, financial reporting and maintaining financial control. In addition, they analyze financial results, assess operational processes & internal controls and the preparation of internal/external financial reporting.
• The Accounting Manager will work closely with the Controller and Senior Vice President for the commercial property portfolio activity, transactions, and financial reporting.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT

• Provide direction and guidance to the Accounting team as they perform their duties to ensure timely,
• accurate and consistent delivery
• Preparation and review of various entities’ monthly financial statements
• Prepare balance sheet and income statement variance analysis for management
• Review and analyze the general ledger, financial statements and prepare appropriate accrual and
• adjusting entries
• Prepare and/or review detailed monthly and year end work papers
• Monitor and analyze department work to improve and develop more efficient procedures and use of
• resources while maintaining a high level of accuracy
• Assist in the management of auditor engagements for completion of annual audit reports
• Prepare and/or review quarterly tax projections and annual tax work papers
• Coordinate/communicate with business executives regarding operational needs and accounting issues
• Participate in various business processes and technology integration initiatives
• Special projects as assigned by management
• Perform other duties as assigned

WHO YOU ARE

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, MBA preferred
• 5+ years of professional experience, CPA and public accounting experience preferred
• Proven work experience as an accounting manager or supervisor
• Strong knowledge of GAAP/accounting theory
• Knowledge of partnership/corporate tax returns a plus
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and work independently with attention to details
• Mature professional with sound judgement and interpersonal skills
• Strong analytical ability
• Excellent written and communication skills
• Knowledge of MRI a plus
• Proficiency with standard suite of Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel

American Dream is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from harassment or discrimination. All employment decisions are to be made without regard to race, color, age, gender, sexual orientation, religion, marital status, pregnancy, national origin/ancestry, citizenship, physical/mental disability, military status or any other basis prohibited by law.

LOCATION

1 Meadowlands Plaza, East Rutherford, NJ 07073, USA