Assistant Controller - Agriculture Client Accounting Services

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Posted Oct 13, 2026

Remote · US Full Time

$56K – $85K/yr

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Overview

This role supports accounting delivery by combining technical accounting expertise, project coordination, and client service. As an Assistant Controller, you will coordinate across bookkeepers, controllers, tax, and audit & assurance teams to ensure timely, accurate, and insightful client deliverables, including for many agriculture-industry clients.

Responsibilities

Client Service & Relationship Management

Serve as a key point of contact for clients, coordinating the collection of financial data and supporting documentation
Collaborate with the PAS Controller to assess and implement client reporting requirements in accordance with service agreements
Support client onboarding activities, ensuring timely and accurate setup of accounting processes and deliverables

Financial Reporting & Close Management

Review financial statements and supporting workpapers to ensure accuracy, completeness, and adherence to accounting standards
Support timely completion of monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes in alignment with established deadlines
Partner with the PAS Controller to enhance financial reporting packages and deliverables

Team Leadership & Supervision

Supervise and provide day-to-day oversight of 2–4 bookkeepers
Train, mentor, and develop team members to support continuous improvement in performance and technical skills
Demonstrate leadership by proactively managing projects and guiding team execution

Process Improvement & Documentation

Develop, document, and maintain standardized and client-specific accounting processes and workflows
Create and refine financial reporting templates based on client requirements and service agreements
Identify opportunities for process improvements and drive implementation in collaboration with leadership

Systems & Technology

Support internal teams and external clients related to accounting systems and software utilization
Troubleshoot system and process issues to enable effective resolution and improved efficiency

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Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
3 to 5 years of accounting experience preferred
Experience with financial reporting
Demonstrated success preparing and presenting accounting client deliverables
Prior supervisory or team lead experience valued
Experience working with agricultural clients is a strong plus

Digital Fluency

Proficiency with QuickBooks Online, QuickBooks Desktop, and Xero; experience with Basis a plus
Comfort navigating and learning new technologies, including AI-enabled accounting tools and digital workflows
Ability to troubleshoot and support accounting software used by internal teams and clients

Critical Thinking & Professional Skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain financial information clearly
Detail-oriented mindset balancing accuracy and efficiency
Demonstrated ability to mentor, coach, and build trust within a team

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation range: $56,000 to $85,000/year
Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
401k/profit-sharing
Paid time off and holidays
Flexible work arrangements
Paid parental leave

Location

US Remote Eligible
Occasional work at an office or attendance at offsites may be required, as requested/required by the firm and/or your supervisor.
You must live in a state where the employer has a registered entity and is actively hiring. (Up-to-date list of excluded states is maintained and continuously evolving.)