Assistant Controller

Job description

**About the Opportunity** We are seeking an experienced **Assistant Controller** to join our finance team. This role is integral to ensuring accurate financial reporting, overseeing accounting operations, and supporting leadership in maintaining compliance, internal controls, and operational efficiency. ### Key Responsibilities - Lead and support month-end and year-end close processes, including journal entries, accruals, and deferrals - Oversee maintenance of the general ledger and subsidiary ledgers - Review reconciliations to ensure accuracy and integrity of financial data - Analyze monthly financial statements and prepare management reports, including budget-to-actual variance analysis - Oversee cash management entries and account reconciliations - Maintain fixed asset schedules and ensure proper recording of depreciation - Review adjustments to inventory or other operational accounts as needed - Assist in oversight of Accounts Receivable and Payroll functions to ensure proper controls and accurate reporting - Prepare and review benefit-related journal entries - Support internal and external audits by compiling and reviewing required documentation - Ensure compliance with applicable tax, financial, and regulatory requirements - Assist in developing, implementing, and improving accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls - Prepare custom reports and analyses as requested by leadership - Partner with the Controller and CFO on special projects and strategic initiatives ### Qualifications - Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required - Minimum of 5+ years of progressive accounting experience - Strong understanding of GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls - Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications - Experience with accounting software platforms is highly preferred - Strong analytical, leadership, and organizational skills - Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate across departments - Construction Accounting is a plus - Authorized to work in the United States