Assistant Controller

Overview

An organization is seeking an experienced Assistant Controller to manage accounting operations accurately and on time across both internal and client environments. This remote role requires working with a distributed team across multiple time zones, establishing clear core working hours for alignment, and occasional travel for client engagements, team meetings, or key initiatives.

Responsibilities

Accounting & Financial Operations

• Oversee day-to-day accounting operations including general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, payroll coordination, and month-end close.
• Ensure accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of financial reporting for internal entities and client engagements.
• Maintain and strengthen internal controls, documentation, and audit readiness.

Government Contracting & Compliance Support

• Support clients operating in government contracting environments, ensuring alignment with DCAA expectations and audit readiness.
• Assist in maintaining compliant accounting practices such as timekeeping, labor distribution, cost allowability, and indirect rate structures.
• Contribute to compliance with applicable frameworks including FAR, CAS, and other regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure documentation and processes meet audit and review standards.

Client Support & Engagement

• Serve as finance lead or key support resource for at least one major client engagement.
• Communicate professionally and effectively with client stakeholders, including executives and finance teams.
• Support onboarding of new clients and provide ongoing financial insights and operational support.

Team Leadership & Management

• Manage and mentor accounting staff, including Accountants and Accounts Payable personnel.
• Review work products, provide guidance, and ensure high standards of quality and accountability.
• Assist in developing team capacity, structure, and performance expectations.

Process Standardization & Improvement

• Identify opportunities to standardize processes across internal and client environments.
• Develop and implement scalable workflows, templates, and reporting structures.
• Recommend improvements based on industry best practices to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and visibility.

Systems & Infrastructure Support

• Support optimization of QuickBooks environments and related accounting workflows.
• Partner with internal teams or external providers on system improvements and integrations.
• Drive process and system enhancements without requiring deep technical expertise.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA preferred but not required.
• 8-10 years of progressive accounting experience including leadership responsibilities.
• Experience supporting government contractors and familiarity with DCAA-compliant environments strongly preferred.
• Experience across multiple industries such as Construction, IT, Professional Services, or similar preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of QuickBooks and general accounting systems.

Core Competencies

• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Highly organized with ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Strong judgment and ability to prioritize effectively in high-demand environments.
• Polished written and verbal communication skills, comfortable engaging senior leadership and clients.
• Proactive mindset with willingness to identify gaps and drive improvements.
• Ability to operate effectively in a dynamic environment with frequent context switching.

Compensation & Benefits

• Employment type: W-2
• Salary range: $120,000 - $160,000 per year

Location

• Remote work environment with distributed team across multiple time zones.
• Occasional travel required for client engagements, team meetings, or key initiatives.