Assistant Controller

Vaco; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative digital media startup in LA is seeking an Assistant Controller to lead month-end close and financial reporting. This newly created role offers a unique opportunity to work in a hybrid environment, backed by notable investors. Ideal candidates will have extensive accounting experience, particularly in advertising or media, and possess strong communication and leadership skills. Join a dynamic team where your contributions will directly impact the company's growth and success in the exciting world of media and advertising.

Benefits

Backed by celebrities and well-known investors

Opportunity to work in an M&A environment

Hybrid work role

Newly created position due to growth

Qualifications

• 10+ years of accounting experience in advertising or media.
• CPA certification is a plus, with public accounting experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage month-end close and oversee accounting operations.
• Develop staff and implement accounting practices and controls.

Skills

Accounting Experience

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Advanced Excel Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

Job description

Director of Accounting - Assistant Controller - Senior Accounting Manager - Month-End - CPA - Certified Public Accountant - C.P.A.

Are you an experienced Accounting Manager in the advertising and media space looking for a role with a high-growth startup? We are working on an Assistant Controller opportunity that could be a great fit for your background. Read more details below.

An LA digital media startup is seeking an Assistant Controller responsible for owning the month-end close, overseeing accounting operations, and financial reporting. Success in this role requires excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and a team-oriented mindset. If you think you could be a match or know someone who is, please review the full job description below to determine if this role suits you.

What do you need for this Assistant Controller role?

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting
• 10+ years of accounting experience
• Must come from an advertising or media-related industry
• CPA a plus
• Public accounting experience is a bigger plus
• Advanced Excel skills

What will you do in this Assistant Controller role?

• Manage and maintain the general ledger
• Take full ownership of the month-end close
• Oversee the annual audit
• Manage financial and tax reporting, and liaise with external consultants and agencies as needed
• Identify, create, and implement accounting practices, initiatives, and internal controls
• Oversee and develop staff
• Support financial and management reporting

What is in this Assistant Controller role for you?

• Backed by celebrities and well-known investors
• Opportunity to work in an M&A environment
• Hybrid work role
• Newly created position due to growth

If you are an experienced Accounting or Senior Accounting Manager with media or ad experience, we want to hear from you! Please send us your resume for this Assistant Controller role. We look forward to connecting with you!

Vaco by Highspring values diversity and encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.