Assistant Controller

Stryker Corporation; Charlotte (NC); On-site; Confidential; Full time

Job summary

Stryker Corporation in Charlotte, NC seeks an Assistant Controller to lead day-to-day accounting, close processes, and ensure accurate financial reporting. You will collaborate across departments and strengthen internal controls.

Requires 5+ years in accounting, CPA preferred, GAAP expertise, and strong Excel skills; construction accounting experience is a plus. This exempt role reports to the CFO.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
• Public accounting experience preferred; construction accounting experience preferred.
• CPA or CPA candidate preferred.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and general ledger activities.
• Assist with subcontractor payment process, ensuring required paperwork is received and payment is made timely.
• Review journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial transactions.
• Assist with preparation of monthly financial statements and management reports.
• Manage the month-end and year-end close processes.
• Coordinate annual audits and provide audit support.
• Assist other accounting staff members and operations personnel as needed.
• Train and mentor accounting staff, as applicable.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management.
• Identify process improvements and efficiency enhancements and work with the accounting team to implement solutions.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and organizational policies.

Skills

Problem solving

Communication

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field

CPA or CPA candidate

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Accounting software

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled, analytical, and detail-oriented Assistant Controller to join our team. The ideal candidate is a strong problem solver with excellent critical-thinking, organizational, and communication skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively across departments. This individual oversees the day-to-day accounting operations of the organization and helps ensure accurate and timely financial reporting. This position manages the accounting function, supports month-end and year-end close, and works to maintain strong financial controls and compliance. This is an exempt position, reporting to the Chief Financial Officer.

Duties

• Oversee day-to-day accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and general ledger activities.
• Assist with subcontractor payment process, ensuring required paperwork is received and payment is made timely.
• Review journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial transactions.
• Assist with preparation of monthly financial statements and management reports.
• Manage the month-end and year-end close processes.
• Coordinate annual audits and provide audit support.
• Assist other accounting staff members and operations personnel as needed.
• Train and mentor accounting staff, as applicable.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management.
• Identify process improvements and efficiency enhancements and work with the accounting team to implement solutions.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and organizational policies.
• Perform other accounting and financial duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field
• Public accounting experience preferred
• Construction accounting experience preferred
• CPA or CPA candidate preferred
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent problem solving and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software

This job description does not include every duty or responsibility. Supervisors or managers may occasionally assign additional tasks. Your performance evaluation may be based on both the duties listed here and any additional assigned responsibilities. Management may revise this job description at any time.

This job description is not an employment contract. Either you or the employer may terminate employment at any time, with or without cause or notice, subject to applicable law.

DreamKey Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.