Assistant Controller - Client Accounting Services (CAS)

Overview

This role is for an Assistant Controller on an Accounting Services team, focusing on delivering high-quality financial results through a combination of hands-on accounting expertise, project management, and client interaction. The position involves coordinating between bookkeepers, controllers, tax, and audit & assurance teams to ensure timely, accurate, and insightful deliverables, primarily for clients in the agriculture industry.

Responsibilities

Client Service & Relationship Management

• Act as the primary contact for clients, coordinating collection of financial data and supporting documentation
• Collaborate with the Controller to assess and implement client reporting requirements per service agreements
• Support client onboarding to ensure accurate setup of accounting processes and deliverables

Financial Reporting & Close Management

• Review financial statements and workpapers for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with accounting standards
• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes to meet deadlines
• Partner with the Controller to improve financial reporting packages and deliverables

Team Leadership & Supervision

• Supervise and provide daily oversight of 2-4 bookkeepers
• Train, mentor, and develop team members to enhance performance and technical skills
• Proactively manage projects and guide 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 needs and agreements
• Identify and implement process improvements in collaboration with leadership

Systems & Technology

• Support internal teams and clients with accounting systems and software usage
• Troubleshoot system and process issues to improve efficiency

Requirements

Role-Specific Qualifications

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

Digital Fluency

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

Critical Thinking & Professional Skills

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

Compensation & Benefits

• Estimated salary range: $56,000 to $85,000 per year, depending on experience, skills, certifications/licenses, and geographic location
• Flexible work environment: remote, hybrid, or in-office arrangements
• Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• 401(k)/profit-sharing plan
• Paid time off and holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Robust training and development programs

Location

• This position is US remote eligible. Occasional work at an office or attendance at offsite events may be required.
• Candidates must reside in a state where the employer has a registered entity and is actively hiring.

Additional Information

• Equal Opportunity Employer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic.
• Colorado residents will not be penalized for redacting age-identifying information in application materials.

Application Deadline

July 31, 2026