Assistant Controller

Connectly Recruiting; Chandler (AZ); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Assistant Controller role in Chandler, AZ, reporting to the VP of Accounting/Controller. This public company position emphasizes accurate external financial reporting, SEC filing experience, and a hands-on, deadline-driven mindset in a hybrid work setting.

The candidate will lead SEC filings (10-K/10-Q/8-K), ensure GAAP and SOX compliance, and collaborate with auditors, legal, and tax teams. Strong technical writing and multi-entity reporting are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required; CPA or in progress required.
• 7 years of progressive accounting experience, including public accounting 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 (NetSuite, Oracle, SAP) and SEC filing/XBRL tools (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.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation and filing of periodic SEC reports (10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, proxy statements).
• Ensure SEC compliance, GAAP, and SOX requirements.
• Coordinate with external auditors, legal counsel, and consultants on filings.
• Draft and review footnotes, MD&A, and disclosures.
• Monitor ASC updates and SEC rule changes and assess impact.

Skills

SEC reporting

GAAP knowledge

SOX compliance

Consolidations

ERP systems

XBRL tools

Technical writing

Communication skills

Multi-entity reporting

Project management

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