[Hiring] Assistant Controller REMTOE USA

­­­­Position: Assistant Controller

Date posted: 2025-03-20

Industry: other

Employment type: Full Time

Experience: 5 plus year               

Qualification: Bachelor’s Degree holder

Location: United States, REMOTE

Company: Gurobi Optimization

Description:

Hiring Assistant Controller (USA Remote)

About the job

At Gurobi Optimization, we’re on a mission!

A mission that focuses on mathematical optimization. We empower our customers to expand their use of mathematical optimization technology in order to make smarter decisions and solve some of the world’s toughest and most impactful business problems. We’re looking for passionate, dedicated, innovative game-changers to join our team and drive the future of Gurobi.

As the Assistant Controller at Gurobi Optimization, you will be critical in overseeing financial operations for the company’s U.S. and corporate operations. This position involves preparing and analyzing GAAP-compliant financial statements, supervising Gurobi’s procurement department, and managing general ledger accounting for U.S. operations and corporate treasury balances.

The Assistant Controller will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate financial reporting, contribute to strategic financial planning, and enhance internal controls and financial processes. Reporting to our Global Controller, you will also collaborate globally to establish reporting and compliance infrastructure supporting our ongoing global expansion.

What will you be doing?

• Manage the accounting close for U.S. operations and the consolidated entity, coordinating with overseas counterparts.
• Supervise a team of two direct reports handling Gurobi’s global procurement process and U.S. payroll, collaborating across departments such as People (HR), Sales, Support (Experts), Research and Development, and Marketing.
• Prepare and review general ledger transactions to ensure accurate recording in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
• Work with the Global Controller and VP of Finance to manage Gurobi’s treasury process, including cash disbursements, bank reconciliations, and lender reporting.
• Assist in managing and optimizingGurobi’s financial systems and ERP software for data accuracy and efficiency.
• Support the annual audit and assist internal and external tax specialists with compliance activities.
• Contribute to the global budget and forecasting process.
• Assess the impact of proposed significant transactions, such as integrating new business acquisitions or expansions.
• Generate ad hoc reports as

What experience and qualifications should you have?

• 5+ years in senior accountant or manager roles in private industry, with direct supervision experience, preferably in technology. Public accounting experience is preferred but not required.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certification is preferred but not required.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Proficiency in using NetSuite or comparable ERP systems and familiarity with Salesforce, similar CRM systems, and Microsoft Office applications.

What skills and abilities should you have?

• Strong time-management and people-management skills, assisting others in prioritizing and executing key requests and deliverables.
• Analytical mindset and intellectual curiosity about company operations and their financial impact.
• Thrives in a deadline-driven environment, consistently delivering results on time.
• Takes ownership of responsibilities and proactively drives improvement opportunities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to convey financial information effectively and collaborate with team members and stakeholders.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrates a growth mindset in developing and implementing financial analysis and reporting processes.
• Proficient in working effectively under remote supervision, with independent work capabilities and collaborative skills within a distributed team.
• Motivated and committed to personal and professional growth, ready to take on increased responsibilities over time.

Your Alignment with our Gurobi Core Values:

• Customer Focus: Verbal & written communication skills that bring clarity and build trust.
• Power of the Team: Motivated with a team-oriented mindset that aims to both inspire and be inspired by others.
• Innovation: The courage to bring ideas forward and see yourself as an integral part of our global team.
• Dedication: Organized and agile, focusing on meeting professional objectives while promoting a healthy work/life balance.
• Integrity: Promise to uphold honesty as your compass and conduct all business practices with an ethical mindset and fiscal responsibility.