Assistant Controller

Description

The Assistant Controller plays a critical role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial operations. This role oversees the Accounts Payable and Month-End Close processes and supports the Controller in maintaining strong internal controls, accurate financial reporting, and continuous process improvement. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, hands-on, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a high transaction environment.

Key Responsibilities

Month-End Close:

• Lead and manage the month-end close process to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
• Assist in the preparation of financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
• Analyze variances and trends to identify areas for improvement.
  
  

Accounts Payable Oversight

• Supervise the AP team to ensure accurate and timely processing of invoices and payments.
• Review vendor reconciliations and resolve discrepancies.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and company policies.
  
  

Internal Controls & Compliance

• Assist in maintaining and improving internal control processes and documentation.
• Support audits (internal and external), providing requested documentation and resolving inquiries.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and relevant regulations.
  
  

Team Leadership & Development

• Manage, mentor, and develop a team of finance professionals.
• Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and collaboration.
  
  

System & Process Improvement

• Identify opportunities for automation and process enhancement within financial operations.
• Participate in system upgrades, implementations, and optimization projects.
  
  

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA or MBA preferred.

5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including supervisory experience.

Experience working with ERP systems; implementation a plus.

Strong understanding of GAAP, internal controls, and financial reporting.

Intermediate or advance skills with Microsoft Office; Power BI or coding a plus.

Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills.

Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.

Physical Requirements:The essential functions of this position include, but are not limited to the following:In terms of an 8-hour workday, this position requires:

• 7 hours sitting
• 0 hours standing
• 1 hours walking
  
  

Activity: This following shows the actual time spent on each activity for this position.

• Bending/Twisting – 0 hours
• Reaching – Up to 2 hours
• Lifting – Up to 2 hours
• Pushing/Pulling - 0 hours
• Speaking – 4 to 6 hours
• Writing – 6-8 hours
• Typing or CRT Inputting – 6 to 8 hours
• Filing – Up to 2 hours
• Climbing – Up to 2 hours
• Reading – 6 to 8 hours
• Driving – 0 hours
  
  

The following activities are essential in your job function.

• Hearing – 6 to 8 hours
• Seeing – 6 to 8 hours
  
  

Lifting is essential in your job function.

• Up to 10 lbs. – Up to 2 hours
  
  

Repetitive foot movement such as operating foot controls.

• Both feet – Walking between buildings
  
  

Your job requires you to use your hands for repetitive action.

• Simple Grasping – 4 to 6 hours
• Fine Dexterity – 6 to 8 hours
  
  

The specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria considered necessary to successfully perform the job.