Assistant Controller

Company:

Cogent Communications is a global, Tier 1 facilities-based ISP, consistently ranked as one of the topfive networks in the world and is publicly traded on the NASDAQ Stock Market under the ticker symbol CCOI. Cogent specializes in providing businesses with high speed Internet access and Ethernet transport services. Cogent's facilities-based, all-optical IP network backbone provides IP services globally.

Since its inception, Cogent has unleashed the benefits of IP technology, building one of the largest and highest capacity IP networks in the world. This network enables Cogent to offer large bandwidth connections at highly competitive prices. Cogent also offers superior customer support by virtue of its end-to-end control of service delivery and network monitoring.

A competitive base salary and a full benefits package including; Health, Dental, Vision, Paid Time Off (PTO), Short- and Long-Term Disability, Life Insurance, Holidays, Parental Leave, 401(k) plan with employer match, stock options, and an Employee Assistance Program. Most benefits take effect within 30 days of employment, and some require a waiting period.

Job Summary

The Assistant Controller will assist the Controller North America for ensuring effective financial controls, timely and accurate internal and external financial reporting for Cogent’s North American entities. She/he will need a strong technical accounting and accounting systems background as well as prior experience with financial statement preparation, account reconciliations and variance analysis.

Essential Job Functions

Preparation of monthly financial statements

Account reconciliations

Analysis and posting and approval of accounting batches

Variance analysis- month to month and vs plan

Assist in the consolidation process

Sarbanes Oxley controls testing and documentation

Preparation of accounting policies and procedures documentation

Ensure compliance with financial policies, procedures, controls, and reporting systems

Providing timely and accurate information to external auditors

Preparation of any special reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends

Protects operations by keeping financial information and plans confidential

Minimum Job Requirements:

Bachelors Degree in Accounting

Minimum 3 years practical experience

Expertise in Excel

Experience with Great Plains accounting software is a bonus

Knowledge of USGAAP

Excellent Communication skills-both written and oral

By submitting an application or resume for this position, I understand that is an in-office position.

To apply for the Assistant Controller North America position, please submit your resume and cover letter to [email protected].

Cogent Communications is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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