Assistant Controller

CFS; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 98,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Comprehensive benefits (medical,Dental

Vision

403(b) retirement plan

Generous PTO ~5 weeks

Job summary

CFS is seeking an Assistant Controller in the Atlanta area to work with the CFO and Controller in a highly collaborative environment. The role focuses on developing and improving accounting processes, procedures, and controls within a lean structure.

The position offers a hybrid schedule (2-3 days in the office), exposure to financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and general ledger management, and opportunities to influence process improvements while gaining visibility across the

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or related field required or preferred (see description).
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Proven success as an Assistant Controller or similar role.
• Strong background in general ledger accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Advanced Excel skills including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs, and XLOOKUPs.
• Collaborative, adaptable, detail-oriented and comfortable in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Support month-end close, financial reporting, and accounting operations.
• Maintain general ledger accuracy and oversee account reconciliations.
• Partner with CFO/Controller on budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
• Assist with process improvements, internal controls, and accounting best practices.
• Support audits, reporting requirements, and special projects.
• Collaborate with outsourced accounting partners responsible for AP and other functions.

Skills

Financial reporting

Budgeting & forecasting

Collaboration

Detail-oriented

Adaptable

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field

Tools

Excel

Job description

• As the Assistant Controller, you\'ll work directly with both the CFO and Controller in a highly collaborative environment.


• The Assistant Controller will play a key role in developing and improving accounting processes, procedures, and controls.


• Hybrid schedule with only 2-3 days per week in the office.


• Opportunity for the Assistant Controller to contribute beyond traditional accounting duties and influence process improvements.


• Collaborative leadership team that values intelligence, professionalism, and kindness.


• Broad exposure to financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and general ledger management.


• The Assistant Controller will gain visibility across the organization and support key financial decision-making.


• Lean accounting structure offers direct interaction with executive leadership.


• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and a 403(b) retirement plan.


• Generous PTO program equivalent to approximately five weeks annually, including holidays.

Assistant Controller

North Druid Hills, GA

Salary: $98k-120k

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• As the Assistant Controller, you\'ll work directly with both the CFO and Controller in a highly collaborative environment.


• The Assistant Controller will play a key role in developing and improving accounting processes, procedures, and controls.


• Hybrid schedule with only 2-3 days per week in the office.


• Opportunity for the Assistant Controller to contribute beyond traditional accounting duties and influence process improvements.


• Collaborative leadership team that values intelligence, professionalism, and kindness.


• Broad exposure to financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and general ledger management.


• The Assistant Controller will gain visibility across the organization and support key financial decision-making.


• Lean accounting structure offers direct interaction with executive leadership.


• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and a 403(b) retirement plan.


• Generous PTO program equivalent to approximately five weeks annually, including holidays.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the Assistant Controller supporting month-end close, financial reporting, and accounting operations.


• Maintain general ledger accuracy and oversee account reconciliations.


• Partner with the CFO and Controller on budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.


• Assist with process improvements, internal controls, and accounting best practices.


• Support audits, reporting requirements, and special projects.


• Collaborate with outsourced accounting partners responsible for AP and other accounting functions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor\'s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.


• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience.


• Proven success as an Assistant Controller, Accounting Manager, Senior Accountant, or similar accounting professional.


• Strong background in general ledger accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting.


• Advanced Excel skills including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs, and XLOOKUPs.


• The ideal Assistant Controller is collaborative, adaptable, detail-oriented, and comfortable in a fast-paced environment.