Assistant Controller

Overview

An organization is seeking an Assistant Controller to lead accounting functions across multiple growing companies. This role involves ownership of the month-end close process, designing scalable accounting processes, delivering reliable financial reporting, and mentoring accounting staff. The position offers a deliberate growth path toward Controller and CFO-level responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead the month-end close process, including review of journal entries, reconciliations, and financial statement preparation
• Maintain and oversee the integrity of the general ledger across entities
• Manage accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and other core accounting functions, including reviewing and directing team output
• Own cash flow visibility and support treasury management
• Ensure GAAP compliance and develop client-specific accounting policies
• Design, implement, and document internal controls
• Lead audit preparation and serve as a primary contact for external auditors and tax advisors
• Perform technical accounting research and document conclusions (e.g., revenue recognition, leases, equity)
• Support multi-entity consolidations where applicable
• Partner with Controllers and Engagement Managers to ensure financial data drives planning and decision-making
• Review the work of Staff and Senior Accountants and develop the people around you
• Operate as a trusted partner to Controllers, CFOs, and founders

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 5–8 years of progressive accounting or financial operations experience
• Proven end-to-end ownership of the full month-end close cycle
• Experience reviewing and developing accounting staff
• Strong working knowledge of GAAP, including technical areas such as ASC 606, ASC 842, and equity accounting
• Proficiency in accounting systems such as QuickBooks, NetSuite, or similar
• Clear and confident communication skills with both finance and non-finance stakeholders
• Comfortable making technical accounting judgments with limited oversight
• Experience thriving in fast-moving, sometimes unstructured environments

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA certification preferred; active pursuit strongly valued
• Experience managing audits or serving as primary external auditor contact
• Multi-entity or consolidation experience
• Exposure to multiple industries, accounting systems, or business models

Typical Backgrounds

• Senior Accountant or Accounting Manager at a growth-stage company
• Controller at a small or early-stage company
• Audit Manager or Senior Associate at a public accounting firm (audit or advisory)

Compensation & Benefits

• Growth based on capability rather than tenure
• Exposure to multiple clients, industries, and systems
• Clear path into Controller and CFO-level responsibilities
• Remote-first work environment with flexible schedules
• Annual fully paid firm-wide team trip

Location

Remote-first position with flexible scheduling

This role is designed for candidates ready to take ownership of accounting operations and grow into leadership roles such as Controller or CFO. It requires strong technical accounting skills, leadership ability, and a proactive approach to building scalable financial infrastructure.