Assistant Controller

Bosun; Alpharetta (GA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Bosun is seeking an Assistant Controller for a remote, work-from-home role based in the United States. The role natively handles AR, AP, reconciliations, and monthly financial reporting while preparing for a future Controller position.

The candidate should thrive in a growth-driven environment and take ownership with minimal oversight. The ideal candidate will have 5–8 years in accounting/finance (agency or professional services preferred), strong GAAP knowledge, and experience with cash

Qualifications

• 5 to 8 years of accounting or finance experience in agency or professional services.
• Strong GAAP and financial reporting knowledge.
• Experience with AR, AP and general ledger.
• Experience preparing P&L and Balance Sheet reports.
• Cash flow management and forecasting experience.
• Experience with external CPAs, auditors, and financial partners.
• Strong Excel and accounting systems proficiency.
• Detail oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Remote position, reside in the Atlanta area.

Responsibilities

• Own day to day accounting functions including AR, AP and reconciliations.
• Support the preparation of monthly financial statements including Profit and Loss and Balance Sheet reports.
• Ensure all financial data is accurate timely and aligned across systems.
• Assist in managing cash flow forecasting and financial planning.
• Help ensure all Purchase Orders align with invoicing and revenue tracking.
• Support bill pay processes and vendor management.
• Work closely with the Controller on reporting compliance and financial strategy.
• Interface with external CPA benefits broker and 401k administrator as needed.
• Identify opportunities to improve financial processes and efficiencies.
• Take increasing ownership of financial operations over time as part of the transition to Controller.
• Help ensure the agency operates with financial clarity discipline and confidence.

Skills

Accounting experience

GAAP knowledge

Full cycle accounting

Cash flow forecasting

Financial reporting

Interdepartmental collaboration

Attention to detail

Discretion with confidential info

Communication skills

Process improvement

Tools

Excel

Job description

This is a remote, work-from-home opportunity for someone ready to step in, take ownership, and grow into the Controller role.

The Assistant Controller supports and strengthens the financial engine of the agency. The ideal candidate will own core accounting functions while learning the full scope of how our agency runs. They are detail oriented but not buried in the weeds. They understand the numbers and what the numbers mean for the business. They manage day to day financial operations while keeping an eye on the bigger picture. This role is designed as a path into the Controller position over time, so we are looking for someone who wants to grow into that seat. They need to be proactive, accountable, and comfortable operating with a high level of trust and responsibility. They should be able to handle complexity, spot ways to improve how we work, and keep things accurate and moving without needing constant oversight.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Own day to day accounting functions including AR, AP and reconciliations
• Support the preparation of monthly financial statements including Profit and Loss and Balance Sheet reports
• Ensure all financial data is accurate timely and aligned across systems
• Assist in managing cash flow forecasting and financial planning
• Help ensure all Purchase Orders align with invoicing and revenue tracking
• Support bill pay processes and vendor management
• Work closely with the Controller on reporting compliance and financial strategy
• Interface with external CPA benefits broker and 401k administrator as needed
• Identify opportunities to improve financial processes and efficiencies
• Take increasing ownership of financial operations over time as part of the transition to Controller
• Help ensure the agency operates with financial clarity discipline and confidence

QUALIFICATIONS

• While a remote position, you must live in the Atlanta area
• 5 to 8 years of accounting or finance experience preferably in an agency or professional services environment
• Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting
• Experience managing full cycle accounting including AR AP and general ledger
• Experience preparing and reviewing Profit and Loss and Balance Sheet reports
• Experience with cash flow management and forecasting
• Experience reconciling accounts and ensuring financial accuracy
• Experience working with external CPAs auditors and financial partners
• Strong proficiency in accounting systems and Excel
• Experience identifying inefficiencies and improving financial processes
• High attention to detail with strong organizational skills
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across teams