Assistant Controller

United Future; Chandler (AZ); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

United Future in Chandler, AZ seeks an experienced Assistant Controller to join the accounting leadership team and oversee external financial reporting, monthly close, and internal controls in a fast-paced public company environment.

This role requires deep GAAP and SOX knowledge, SEC experience with Form 10-K/10-Q/8-K, multi-entity consolidation, and collaboration with auditors, legal counsel, and cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required; CPA or in progress.
• 7 years of progressive accounting experience, including public accounting and/or SEC reporting.
• Strong working knowledge of US GAAP, SEC reporting, and SOX compliance.
• Experience with consolidations and multi-entity reporting.
• Proficiency with ERP systems and SEC filing/XBRL tools.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and file Forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, and proxy statements.
• Coordinate with external auditors and counsel on quarterly and annual filings.
• Oversee monthly, quarterly, annual close processes and reconciliations.
• Draft technical memos and disclosures for complex transactions.
• Support multi-entity consolidation and GAAP reporting.

Skills

SEC reporting

GAAP

SOX compliance

Technical accounting

Financial reporting

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA or in progress

Tools

NetSuite

Oracle

SAP

Workiva

Job description

Assistant Controller

Location: Chandler, AZ | Reports to: VP of Accounting / Controller | Type: Full-Time, Hybrid.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Assistant Controller to join the accounting leadership team of a publicly traded company. This role is critical to ensuring the accuracy, timeliness, and compliance of external financial reporting. The ideal candidate combines strong technical accounting expertise with hands-on SEC reporting experience and thrives in a fast-paced, deadline-driven public company environment.

Key Responsibilities

SEC Reporting & Compliance

• Manage the preparation and filing of periodic SEC reports, including Forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, and proxy statements
• Ensure compliance with SEC regulations, GAAP, and Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) requirements
• Coordinate with external auditors, legal counsel, and outside consultants on quarterly and annual filings
• Draft and review financial statement footnotes, MD&A, and other disclosure documents
• Monitor emerging accounting standards (ASC updates) and SEC rule changes, assessing and implementing impact on the company

Financial Close & Reporting

• Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, ensuring accurate and timely financial statements
• Review journal entries, account reconciliations, and consolidation activities
• Prepare technical accounting memos supporting complex transactions (revenue recognition, stock compensation, business combinations, leases, etc.)
• Support consolidation of multiple entities/segments in accordance with GAAP

Internal Controls & Audit

• Serve as a key liaison for external auditors during quarterly reviews and annual audits
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and control effectiveness.
• Partner with FP&A, Legal, Investor Relations, and Tax teams on reporting matters
• Assist the Controller in special projects, technical research, and process automation initiatives

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required; CPA or in progress required
• 7 years of progressive accounting experience, including public accounting (Big 4 or national firm strongly preferred) and/or SEC reporting experience at a publicly traded company
• Strong working knowledge of US GAAP, SEC reporting requirements, and SOX compliance
• Experience with consolidations and multi-entity reporting
• Proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite, Oracle, SAP) and SEC filing/XBRL tools (e.g., Workiva)
• Excellent technical writing and communication skills, with the ability to translate complex accounting issues into clear disclosures
• High attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple deadlines

Preferred Attributes

• Prior experience as a Manager/Senior Manager in a public accounting firm's assurance practice
• Experience in multi-entity industry a plus