Assistant Controller

LHH; San Jose (CA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

LHH is seeking an Assistant Controller in the Greater SF Bay Area. This hybrid, direct-hire role focuses on strengthening processes, ensuring accurate reporting, and scaling systems to support long-term goals.

You will lead a team of accounting professionals and collaborate with executives to drive compliance and business insights. Responsibilities include overseeing the close cycle, core accounting functions, and internal controls, while guiding budgeting and forecasting.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in accounting or finance with progressive growth.
• Experience leading accounting teams and driving process improvements.
• Strong GAAP knowledge and financial reporting skills.
• Experience with ERP systems, ideally NetSuite, and advanced Excel.
• Professional certifications such as CPA or CMA are a strong plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of accounting professionals including staff and senior accounting managers.
• Oversee the full close cycle and deliver timely, accurate financial statements.
• Oversee general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll operations.
• Ensure internal controls and audit readiness; support external audits.
• Partner with leadership on budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning.

Skills

Team leadership

GAAP knowledge

Financial analysis

Education

CPA or CMA

Tools

NetSuite

Excel

Job description

Employment Type: Permanent / Direct-Hire

Job Location Type: Hybrid

The Assistant Controller will join a respected, purpose-driven organization that blends operational excellence with meaningful community impact. This Silicon Valley institution has an amazing reputation for strong operations and for the terrific work it does in the community. If you are someone who enjoys improving systems, leading teams, and leveraging tools to create clarity in complex environments, this is a chance to step into a highly visible and rewarding environment.

This organization operates in a dynamic, multi-faceted environment with diverse funding sources, including public and private streams, requiring a sophisticated and highly compliant accounting function. With continued growth and increasing operational complexity, the finance team is focused on strengthening processes, enhancing reporting accuracy, and scaling systems to support long-term goals. The Assistant Controller partners closely with the Controller and works alongside executive leadership, including finance and operations stakeholders. This individual leads a team of accounting professionals, including staff and senior-level accountants, and collaborates cross-functionally to ensure strong internal controls, accurate reporting, and audit readiness.

The Greater SF Bay Area offers a unique lifestyle that combines professional opportunity with exceptional quality of life. The Assistant Controller will have access to partnerships with innovative industries, strong professional networks, and continuing education opportunities that support long-term career growth. Outside of work, the area offers a vibrant mix of culture, dining, outdoor recreation, and proximity to both coastline and scenic open spaces. It is an environment that supports both ambition and balance, making it highly attractive for finance and accounting professionals.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Guide and mentor a team of accounting professionals, building capability across Accountants and Senior Accounting Managers while fostering a collaborative and performance-driven culture
• Oversee the full close cycle, delivering timely and accurate financial statements that support leadership decision-making
• Support oversight of core accounting functions including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll operations
• Act as a key resource for compliance and technical accounting matters, including complex funding and regulatory requirements
• Strengthen and maintain internal controls to ensure accuracy, transparency, and alignment with accounting standards
• Partner with leadership to manage budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes
• Drive continuous improvement across financial systems, leveraging NetSuite and other tools to automate processes and enhance reporting
• Lead audit preparation efforts and serve as a primary point of contact for external audit activity
• Translate financial data into actionable insights that support both finance and non-finance stakeholders

Preferred Experience and Qualifications:

• 5+ years of fxperience in accounting or finance with progressive growth
• Background as an Accounting Manager, Senior Accounting Manager, or similar Accounting Leader ready to expand scope and influence
• Strong foundation in GAAP and financial reporting, with the ability to manage complex accounting scenarios
• Exposure to environments with regulatory oversight, grant funding, or multi-entity structures is highly valuable
• Experience working within ERP systems such as NetSuite, along with advanced Excel capabilities
• Demonstrated ability to lead, develop, and mentor teams while improving processes and systems
• Analytical and solutions-oriented mindset with a focus on efficiency and continuous improvement
• Professional certifications such as CPA or CMA are a strong plus and can accelerate long-term growth

Benefits and Compensation:

• Competitive compensation aligned with experience and market standards
• Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Retirement savings program with employer participation
• Generous paid time off and company-recognized holidays
• Opportunities for professional development, leadership exposure, and career advancement
• Collaborative and mission-oriented workplace that values innovation, accountability, and impact

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

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