Assistant Controller

The Richmond Group USA; Petersburg (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

The Richmond Group USA partners with a successful, family-owned Virginia company that’s been in business for 90+ years. With operations across 10 states and multiple businesses, this role offers exposure to complex accounting and meaningful impact.

You’ll join as a hands-on Assistant Controller, leading the accounting team, owning the monthly close and financial reporting, and strengthening internal controls. CPA required with 7+ years of progressive accounting experience; Sage ERP a plus.

Qualifications

• CPA required with 7+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Strong GAAP, GL, financial reporting, and Excel skills.
• Multi-entity accounting experience.
• A confident leader who can balance the big picture with the details.
• ERP experience (Sage is a plus!).

Responsibilities

• Partner directly with the Controller to lead day-to-day accounting operations.
• Own the monthly close, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Navigate multi-company and intercompany accounting.
• Lead, coach, and develop the accounting team.
• Strengthen internal controls and improve processes.
• Be the go-to problem solver when the numbers don’t add up!

Skills

Leadership

Multi-entity accounting

GAAP

Excel

Financial reporting

Education

CPA

Tools

Sage ERP

Job description

HEY, CPAs! READY TO DO MORE THAN JUST KEEP THE BOOKS STRAIGHT?

Here’s an opportunity worth checking out!

We’re partnering with a successful, family-owned Virginia company that’s been in business for 90+ years and continues to grow!

With operations spanning 10 states and multiple businesses, there’s plenty of accounting complexity to keep things interesting!

We’re looking for a hands-on Assistant Controller who knows their stuff, enjoys leading a team, and isn’t afraid to roll up their sleeves!

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING:

• Partner directly with the Controller to lead day-to-day accounting operations
• Own the monthly close, reconciliations, and financial reporting
• Navigate multi-company and intercompany accounting
• Lead, coach, and develop the accounting team
• Strengthen internal controls and improve processes
• Be the go-to problem solver when the numbers don’t add up!

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR:

• CPA required with 7+ years of progressive accounting experience
• Strong GAAP, GL, financial reporting, and Excel skills
• Multi-entity accounting experience
• A confident leader who can balance the big picture with the details
• ERP experience (Sage is a plus!)

WHY TAKE A LOOK?

• Established, growing, privately held company
• Direct exposure to senior financial leadership
• Opportunity to make a real impact across multiple businesses

Love the technical side of accounting AND leading people? This could be a great next move!

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, military veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.