Assistant Controller

High Country Search Group; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 114,000 - 146,000; Part time

Job summary

High Country Search Group is seeking an experienced Assistant Controller for a global investment management firm in Denver. This hands-on accounting leadership role supports corporate accounting and financial operations, partnering with senior finance leadership to maintain accurate reporting in a fast-paced environment.

The six-month contract offers hybrid work and competitive hourly compensation of $55-$70/hour.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience with leadership or senior responsibilities.
• GAAP knowledge and strong financial reporting experience.
• CPA designation is a plus.
• Experience in investment management or financial services preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close process with timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Review and prepare journal entries, reconciliations, and balance sheet analyses.
• Assist with external audits and coordinate requests from auditors and internal stakeholders.
• Maintain compliance with GAAP and company accounting policies; strengthen internal controls.
• Lead accounting staff and collaborate with Finance, FP&A, Treasury and Tax on initiatives.

Skills

Analytical

Leadership

Communication

Excel

ERP systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Excel

ERP systems

Job description

Join a respected global investment management firm in a highly visible, hands-on accounting leadership role supporting corporate accounting and financial operations. This is an opportunity to step into a key position where you'll partner with senior finance leadership, oversee critical accounting functions, and help maintain accurate financial reporting in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. If you enjoy improving processes, working across departments, and contributing to a high-performing finance team, this contract opportunity is for you.

Why You Should Apply

• Join a well-established investment management firm with a collaborative and professional culture.
• Partner closely with senior accounting leadership on high-impact financial reporting and accounting initiatives.
• Opportunity to contribute to process improvements and strengthen internal controls.
• Six-month contract with competitive hourly compensation of $55-$70/hour.
• Hybrid work environment offering flexibility and strong team collaboration.
• Gain valuable experience within a sophisticated financial services organization.

What You'll Be Doing as the Assistant Controller

• Support the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close process, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Review and prepare journal entries, account reconciliations, and balance sheet analyses.
• Assist with preparation of internal and external financial statements and supporting schedules.
• Partner with accounting leadership to maintain compliance with GAAP and company accounting policies.
• Support cash management, fixed assets, intercompany accounting, and general ledger activities.
• Assist with external audits and coordinate requests from auditors and internal stakeholders.
• Review accounting processes and recommend improvements to enhance efficiency and strengthen internal controls.
• Partner cross-functionally with Finance, FP&A, Treasury, Tax, and other business teams to support accounting initiatives.
• Assist with special projects, system implementations, and process improvement initiatives as needed.
• Provide leadership and guidance to accounting staff while helping ensure deadlines and reporting requirements are met.

About You as the Assistant Controller

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.
• CPA designation is a plus.
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership or senior-level accounting responsibilities.
• Experience within investment management, financial services, asset management, banking, or other complex corporate accounting environments strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, and month-end close processes.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and experience working with large ERP systems.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills with the ability to collaborate across multiple departments.
• Self-motivated professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys improving processes while delivering accurate financial results.