Assistant Controller

BeDirect; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and health benefits

Paid time off

Retirement savings options

Job summary

BeDirect is seeking a dependable Assistant Controller to join their team in Memphis. This full-time, salaried position focuses on financial reporting, budgeting, and accounting processes within a mission-driven organization.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance and have strong experiences with QuickBooks and Excel. This role offers competitive compensation, benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in accounting, finance, business management, or related field.
• Strong experience with QuickBooks highly desired.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other technology tools.

Responsibilities

• Support the Controller in financial reporting and budgeting.
• Assist in the evaluation of financial programs and information systems.
• Ensure compliance with reporting requirements.
• Monitor billing, revenue, and expenditures.
• Prepare and analyze financial statements and reports.

Skills

Financial reporting

Budgeting

Accounting processes

Microsoft Excel

QuickBooks

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or business management

CPA preferred

Tools

QuickBooks

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Overview:

Our client, a respected organization providing high-quality services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, is seeking a dependable, team-oriented professional for a confidential Assistant Controller role based in Memphis. This position reports to the Controller and may eventually include supervisory responsibilities. It requires collaboration across multiple teams and locations in a fast-paced environment.

This is a full-time, salaried position offering competitive compensation, medical and health benefits, paid time off, and retirement savings options.

Key Responsibilities:

Support the Controller in financial reporting, budgeting, accounting processes, and policy development.

Assist in the evaluation and improvement of financial programs and information systems, including AR/AP, payroll, and reporting processes.

Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal reporting requirements.

Monitor billing, revenue, and expenditures to support timely monthly closings and accurate reporting.

Prepare, review, and analyze financial statements, reports, and special analyses.

Develop and implement accounting, finance, billing, and auditing procedures, while monitoring internal controls.

Provide back-up support for daily functions such as electronic payment processing, payroll review, and bank deposits.

Occasional travel may be required.

Bachelors degree in accounting, finance, business management, or related field. CPA preferred.

Strong experience with QuickBooks highly desired.

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and other technology tools.

Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.

Some supervisory experience preferred.

Valid drivers license and automobile insurance.

Why Consider This Role:

This is an opportunity to join a mission-driven organization in a key finance role with visibility and impact across the business. The position offers growth potential and the chance to help shape financial processes for long-term organizational success.