<p>Overview</p> <p>Sumter Utilities, Inc. has an opening for an Assistant Controller. Sumter Utilities is based in Sumter, SC and is a subsidiary of Quanta Services, Inc. Sumter Utilities provides high-quality electrical construction, maintenance and modification services of transmission lines, distribution lines and substations to customers throughout the southern US. This position reports to the Controller.</p> <p>Responsibilities</p> <p>Key Responsibilities</p> <ul> <li>Financial Reporting & Analysis: Assist the Controller in the preparation and submission of monthly financial statements, Quanta supplemental financial reports and variance analysis. </li><li>General Ledger & Close: Manage the general ledger, account reconciliations, and the timely close of books. </li><li>Internal Controls & Compliance: Establish and maintain internal control procedures to ensure compliance with GAAP, SOX and Quanta mandated regulations. </li><li>Audit Management: Act as a liaison with internal and external auditors and prepare necessary documentation for annual audits. </li><li>Supervision: Oversee day-to-day operations of Accounting, AP, and Payroll staff, including training and evaluation. </li><li>Budgeting & Forecasting: Assist in the preparation of monthly financial forecasts and annual business plan. </li><li>Process Improvement: Analyze current accounting procedures and recommend improvements for efficiency </li></ul> <p>Other Responsibilities</p> <ul> <li>Manages accounting software and troubleshoots issues with support. </li><li>Cross-train with Controller on key tasks and duties. </li><li>Continually evaluate processes and identify opportunities for improvement. </li><li>Willingly accept assignments or special projects as assigned which may vary as determined by SUI management or Quanta directives. </li></ul> <p>Qualifications</p> <ul> <li>Bachelor's degree in accounting, or related field </li><li>CPA or CPA track preferred </li><li>Minimum of 5 years of accounting experience </li><li>Strong understanding of GAAP </li><li>Excel proficiency, including pivot and v-look up tables </li><li>Strong attention to detail and accuracy </li><li>Strong communication and interpersonal skills </li></ul>