Assistant Controller

Professional Organization; Imperial (PA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization is seeking an experienced Assistant Controller to manage day-to-day accounting operations and support financial reporting. Ideal candidates will have a strong accounting background, attention to detail, and leadership experience. Join a collaborative team to drive process improvements and ensure financial accuracy.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of relevant accounting experience.
• 5+ years in a supervisory or leadership capacity.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills required.

Responsibilities

• Lead the monthly close process to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Supervise and mentor junior accounting team members.
• Document procedures and controls for audit and compliance readiness.

Skills

Organizational

Communication

Analytical

Problem-Solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

CPA or MBA preferred

Tools

Microsoft Excel

SAGE MAS500

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Assistant Controller

Position Overview
We’re looking for an experienced Assistant Controller to support the finance department by managing day-to-day accounting operations, driving process improvements, and ensuring the accuracy of financial reporting. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented leader with a strong accounting background and a proactive, collaborative approach.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the monthly close process to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting

• Analyze income statements and balance sheets, identifying and explaining significant variances

• Prepare and post complex journal entries, including recurring accruals

• Reconcile balance sheet accounts and maintain supporting documentation

• Collaborate with auditors and provide necessary schedules and explanations

• Monitor and process expenditures and ensure timely vendor payments

• Review daily cash activity and maintain up-to-date cash ledgers

• Build strong partnerships across departments to support business operations

• Document procedures and controls for audit and compliance readiness

• Maintain a strong internal control environment in accordance with best practices

• Supervise and mentor junior accounting team members

• Contribute to cross-functional projects and identify opportunities for efficiency improvements

• Support the Controller with special projects and other financial duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field

• CPA or MBA preferred

• 5–7 years of relevant accounting experience, including general ledger, accounts payable, and accounts receivable

• 5+ years in a supervisory or leadership capacity

• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills required; experience with SAGE MAS500 a plus

• Excellent organizational, communication, and analytical skills

• High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting

• Strong problem-solving abilities and a collaborative mindset