Assistant Controller

Mi-Case; United States; On-site; USD 140,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in offender management software solutions is seeking an Assistant Controller to oversee finance and accounting operations. This mid-senior level role involves ensuring compliance with GAAP, managing accounting functions, and driving process improvements. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, a proactive mindset, and extensive experience in accounting. Join a dynamic team and contribute to the financial success of the organization.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid maternity leave

Paid paternity leave

Disability insurance

Qualifications

• 10 years of progressive accounting experience, ideally in a professional services environment.
• Solid understanding of GAAP and financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Lead the month-end and year-end close processes.
• Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statements.
• Assist in developing and maintaining internal controls.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Organizational Skills

Attention to Detail

Time Management

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field

Tools

Deltek ERP

MS Excel

Job description

This range is provided by Mi-Case. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$140,000.00/yr - $150,000.00/yr

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Founded in 1992, Mi-Case is the industry leader in fully integrated offender management software solutions, providing industry expertise and consulting within the Public Sector for Digital Transformation.

Mi-Case leverages a unique combination of technical, functional and industry specialization as well as partnerships with key software vendors to deliver maximum value-added projects.

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Assistant Controller to support our finance and accounting operations. This role will work closely with the VP of Finance to oversee day-to-day accounting functions, ensure compliance with GAAP, support audits, and help improve financial processes and controls. The ideal candidate has strong analytical skills, a proactive mindset, is data-driven, and has experience within a project-based business structure.

Responsibilities

• Lead the month-end and year-end close processes
• Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statements
• Assist in developing and maintaining internal controls
• Collaborate on budgeting, forecasting, and review project performance
• Ensure timely and accurate invoicing, revenue recognition, and expense tracking
• Audit support
• Maintain general ledger integrity and assist in system improvements
• Migration to a new accounting and resource management system
• Consolidation of accounts of foreign entities (Canada, Belgium, India)
• Unit costing and Pricing calculations
• Financial review of bid proposals
• Assist with regulatory reporting and compliance
• Help drive process improvements and automation initiatives

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field
• 10 years of progressive accounting experience, ideally in a professional services environment
• Solid understanding of GAAP and financial reporting
• Experience with Deltek ERP or similar systems
• Strong MS Excel skills and comfort working with data
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

Preferred Experience

• Accounting Certification (CPA or CMA)
• Supervisory level accounting experience
• Managerial experience working in an organization that consists of multiple concurrent projects
• Financial consolidation of parent company and subsidiaries
• Familiarity with data analytical tools and dashboards

Accounting Skills: In-depth knowledge of GAAP and accounting principles, including financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting.

Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze financial data, identify trends, and provide insights to improve financial performance.

Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills to present financial information to various audiences.

Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to identify and resolve complex accounting and financial issues.

Organizational Skills: Highly organized and able to manage multiple tasks and projects effectively.

Attention to Detail: Precise and meticulous financial record-keeping and analysis.

Time Management: Ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and manage time effectively.

Teamwork: Ability to collaborate effectively with other departments and staff.

Ethical Conduct: High level of integrity and trustworthiness in handling financial information.

Environmental and/or Physical Factors

• The work environment and dress code tend to be business casual.
• Long periods in front of a computer terminal.
• Regularly required to sit, use hands, talk, and hear. Occasionally required to walk and reach.
• Work hours are typically 8am to 5:00pm, however, working extended hours and weekends may at times be required to meet project deadlines.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing, Finance, and Purchasing

• Industries

  Software Development

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