Assistant Controller

Socket.dev; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care Plan

Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Disability

Training & Development

Work From Home

Wellness Resources

Job summary

Socket.dev is seeking an Assistant Controller to support the Controller in managing accounting operations, reporting, and internal controls in Houston, TX. You will ensure accuracy of financial records and assist with month-end close, budgeting, and audits.

The role emphasizes process improvements, analytical insight, and collaboration with internal teams to support strategic decisions and compliance.

Qualifications

• Accounting degree required with 3–7 years of progressive experience.
• CPA or CPA candidate preferred for advancement opportunities.
• Experience with month-end close, budgeting, and audits is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Maintain and reconcile balance sheet accounts for accuracy.
• Assist audits by preparing documentation and answering inquiries.
• Oversee daily accounting operations including GL, AP, AR.
• Help maintain internal controls to safeguard assets.
• Identify process improvements to enhance efficiency.

Skills

Accounting software

Financial reporting

Advanced Excel

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA or CPA candidate

Tools

QuickBooks

NetSuite

SAP

Job description

The Assistant Controller supports the Controller in managing the organization's accounting operations, financial reporting, and internal controls. This role is responsible for ensuring accuracy in financial records, maintaining compliance with accounting standards, and contributing to process improvements. The Assistant Controller plays a key role in month-end close, budgeting, audits, and financial analysis.

Responsibilities:

• Support the preparation and timely completion of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
• Maintain and reconcile balance sheet accounts and ensure accuracy of financial records
• Support internal and external audit processes by preparing documentation and responding to inquiries
• Assist in overseeing daily accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, and accounts receivable
• Help develop and maintain internal controls to safeguard company assets
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy
• Analyze financial data and provide insights to support strategic decision-making
• Draft monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and lender compliance reporting
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Proficiency with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, NetSuite, SAP, or similar ERP systems)
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting
• Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, formulas, data analysis)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (required)
• 3–7 years of progressive accounting experience
• CPA or CPA candidate strongly preferred
• Prior public accounting or corporate accounting experience preferred.

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development
• Work From Home
• Wellness Resources