Assistant Controller

Ambient Enterprises; Orange (CA); On-site; USD 136,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

Ambient Enterprises in California seeks an experienced Assistant Controller to join the finance team. The role will manage financial operations, ensure GAAP compliance, and support the Controller in maintaining the company’s financial health.

Key responsibilities include financial reporting, accounts payable/receivable, general ledger, budgeting and forecasting, internal controls, and assisting with audits. CPA preferred; construction industry experience is a strong plus; pay range provided.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• CPA licence strongly preferred.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including 2+ years in supervision.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting.
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., QuickBooks, NetSuite, Microsoft Dynamics).
• Advanced Excel skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate and timely financial statements and analyses.
• Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger activities.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis with the finance team.
• Ensure GAAP compliance and support audits with documentation.
• Develop and maintain internal controls to safeguard assets and data integrity.
• Perform monthly reconciliations and support job costing and % completion reporting.
• Supervise accounting staff and provide training to support professional growth.
• Identify process improvements and automation opportunities to boost efficiency.
• Support the Controller and senior management with strategic insights.

Skills

Leadership

Time management

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA licence

Tools

QuickBooks

NetSuite

Microsoft Dynamics

Job description

About Us We are a recognised industry leader in providing custom HVAC products and services for the commercial, industrial, healthcare/life sciences and residential building markets. We offer product expertise, technical and application support, system design and operational support thereby meeting our clients’ specific needs and requirements. As part of the Ambient Enterprises family of brands, the DMG team consists of experienced industry‑leading professionals, focused on logistical, energy and cost‑effective solutions to our clients.

Job Description

About the role: We are seeking an experienced and detail‑oriented Assistant Controller to join our finance team. The Assistant Controller will play a vital role in managing the company’s financial operations, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, and supporting the Controller in overseeing the financial health of the organization. This role requires strong analytical skills, a deep understanding of accounting principles, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment. Experience in the construction industry is a strong plus.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Reporting: Assist in preparing accurate and timely financial statements, reports, and analyses for internal and external stakeholders.
• Accounting Operations: Oversee daily accounting activities, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger maintenance.
• Budgeting and Forecasting: Collaborate with the finance team to develop budgets, monitor variances, and provide detailed forecasts.
• Compliance: Ensure adherence to GAAP, company policies, and regulatory requirements. Support audits by providing documentation and addressing inquiries.
• Internal Controls: Assist in developing, implementing, and maintaining effective internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure data accuracy.
• Reconciliations: Perform and review monthly account reconciliations to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Job Costing: Support job costing processes by ensuring accurate allocation of costs to projects, tracking project profitability, and % of completion.
• Team Leadership: Supervise and mentor accounting staff, providing guidance and training to support their professional growth.
• Process Improvement: Identify opportunities for process enhancements and automation to improve efficiency and accuracy in financial operations.
• Support Controller: Provide strategic and operational support to the Controller and senior management as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• CPA licence strongly preferred.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, accounting standards, and financial reporting.
• Proficiency in accounting software and ERP systems (e.g., QuickBooks, NetSuite, Microsoft Dynamics).
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including experience with pivot tables and complex formulas.
• Exceptional organisational and time‑management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.
• Experience in the construction industry, including familiarity with WIP (Work in Progress) reporting, job costing, and lien waivers.
• Familiarity with tax compliance and regulatory filings.
• Knowledge of financial planning and analysis (FP&A).
• Proven track record of implementing process improvements or automation initiatives.

Pay Range: $136,000+ DOE

Benefits

• We offer excellent health benefits, a 401(k) Plan, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays and flexible scheduling.

Ambient Enterprises provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, colour, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Ambient is a national collective of HVAC firms. Our experts deliver safety, comfort, and highly efficient, sustainable solutions for spaces that matter most: healthcare, commercial, institutional, and mission‑critical.