Assistant Controller

Korn Ferry; Chamblee (GA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm is seeking an experienced Assistant Controller to oversee critical financial processes and lead a team of accounting professionals. The ideal candidate will have at least 8 years of accounting experience, with a strong understanding of U.S. GAAP. This position involves managing the GL, month-end closes, and ensuring compliance with financial reporting standards while fostering a collaborative team culture. CPA certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8–10+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Prior leadership experience managing teams (ideally 8+ professionals total).
• Solid understanding of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead, develop, and mentor three direct reports (Accounting Managers).
• Manage the GL and month-end close process for the U.S. business subsidiary.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and company policies.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical Thinking

Attention to Detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

CPA preferred

Tools

ERP systems

Financial reporting tools

Job description

Position Summary

The Assistant Controller will play a pivotal leadership role in the U.S. finance organization. This position is responsible for overseeing the General Ledger (GL), month-end close, and financial reporting processes. The Assistant Controller will lead and mentor a team of accounting professionals and ensure timely, accurate financial results that support operational decision-making and compliance with corporate policies and accounting standards.

This role will work closely with the Global Controller and partner finance teams (including SOX/Controls and FP&A) to ensure alignment and effectiveness across financial operations.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Team Management

• Lead, develop, and mentor three direct reports (Accounting Managers).
• Oversee a combined team of six (each manager supervising two staff accountants).
• Foster a high-performance, collaborative, and growth-oriented team culture.
• Manage the GL and month-end close process for the U.S. business subsidiary.
• Ensure timely, accurate preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Coordinate reconciliations, journal entries, and close checklists.
• Partner with global and local stakeholders to analyze results and explain variances.

Process & Compliance

• Drive standardization and continuous improvement of accounting processes and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and company policies.
• Collaborate with the SOX/Controls team to support controls testing and remediation as required (team separate from this role).

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with the FP&A team (separate function) to support forecasting, budgeting, and operational analysis.
• Support audits (external and internal) as needed.

Ad Hoc Projects

• Lead or support accounting and finance initiatives, including system enhancements, process automation, and special financial analyses.

Qualifications

Education & Certification

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA preferred.

Experience

• Minimum 8–10+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Prior leadership experience managing teams (ideally 8+ professionals total).
• Solid understanding of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting requirements.
• An active CPA is preferred.
• Experience with manufacturing companies is required.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex financial processes and deadlines.
• High degree of accuracy, analytical thinking, and attention to detail.
• Proficiency with ERP systems and financial reporting tools.