Assistant Controller

TheASPTeam; Bellevue (WA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4 weeks PTO

401(k) with match

Job summary

TheASPTeam in Bellevue, WA seeks an Assistant Controller for a hybrid role, with in-office presence Tuesday and Thursday. This role manages month-end close, financial reporting, and internal controls, leading a small team and partnering with other departments to optimize accounting tech.

Candidates should have public accounting or technical accounting background, a BA/BS in accounting or related field, 3+ years of supervisory experience, and ERP experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, accounting, finance, or related field (or equivalent).
• 3+ years of supervisory or leadership experience.
• Public accounting experience preferred.
• ERP or similar technology experience preferred.
• Pay range: $120K–$145K with 4 weeks PTO.

Responsibilities

• Manage accounting operations, including general ledger, financial reporting, payables, receivables, and closing processes.
• Oversee month-end close and year-end audit activities.
• Prepare monthly and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
• Perform technical accounting research and documentation.
• Implement and enforce internal controls and policy adherence.
• Assist with annual budget process and variance analysis.
• Partner with other departments to optimize accounting technology and processes.
• Manage vendor relationships and expense reporting.

Skills

Excel

Communication

Mentoring

Prioritization

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

Tools

ERP system

Job description

We are seeking an Assistant Controller for an hybrid role in Bellevue, WA with a fantastic organization and team! This role is only in office on Tuesdays and Thursday. It requires a strong people manager and management of month-end close. Public accounting or technical accounting experience is preferred.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage core accounting operations, including general ledger, financial reporting, payables, inventory, fixed assets, lease accounting, receivables, cash applications, and multiple system integrations
• Oversee closing processes, the distribution of financial, management reports, and the year-end audit process
• Prepare and issue monthly and annual financial statements in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and lead the preparation for the annual financial statement audit
• Perform technical accounting research and prepare documentation
• Interpret, implement, and enforce company and finance related policies
• Assist with the annual budget process, ongoing variance analysis, and ad hoc financial and management reporting
• Partner with other departments resources to maintain, optimize and enhance accounting technology
• Assist in managing vendor relationships, P-card system, and related expense reporting
• Implement and administer internal controls, including identifying opportunities to streamline or enhance processes
• Contributes to a positive team dynamic through respectful interactions, positive contributions, and active collaboration to achieve department and organizational goals
• Implement and oversee continuous process improvements for the financial close process, ERP platform, and related business applications
• Ensure a high level of service to internal and external customers
• Manage assigned employees by recruiting, developing, and counseling; planning monitoring, appraising and reviewing employee contributions; maintaining compensation, resolving problems and implementing change

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:

• Highly proficient in Microsoft Excel for data analysis, reporting, and spreadsheet management
• Ability to address multiple demands and competing priorities in a changing environment
• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally both verbally and in writing, including effective use of listening skills
• Capable of mentoring, motivating and guiding others toward both individual and organization goals

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree (BA) in business, accounting, finance, or related field or equivalent experience
• 3+ years’ experience in supervisory or leadership role
• Experience in public accounting preferred
• ERP or similar technology experience preferred
• Pay range: $120 to $145K
• 4 weeks PTO
• MDV and 401(k) with ma