Assistant Controller

RemX | The Workforce Experts; Wheat Ridge (CO); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K match

Health insurance

Paid holidays

PTO

Job summary

RemX is seeking an Assistant Controller to join a Denver Metro-based, industrial construction client. You will lead a junior accounting staff, manage monthly and year-end close, and ensure GAAP-compliant financial reporting.

Responsibilities include internal controls, coordinating with external auditors, and partnering with the Controller on budgeting and forecasting. Strong Excel and ERP experience are required, with multi-state tax knowledge and cross-team collaboration a must.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of progressive accounting experience with prior leadership responsibilities.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Advanced knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting requirements.
• Highly knowledgeable with multi-state sales and use tax laws.
• Excellent organizational, analytical and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively and meet deadlines with shifting priorities.
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across teams and levels.
• Advanced MS Excel skills and experience with accounting ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, mentor, and develop junior accounting staff, promoting adherence to established processes
• Support the preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements, ensuring accuracy and regulatory compliance
• Lead and manage month/year-end close processes, including journal entries and GL reconciliations
• Develop, implement and monitor internal control policies and procedures to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance
• Serve as the primary point of contact for external auditors, preparing schedules and documentation
• Partner with Controller to support budgeting and forecasting activities including variance analysis and financial planning
• Identify and implement process improvements to streamline accounting operations, enhance efficiency and reduce costs
• Support financial transformation and system improvement initiatives

Skills

Leadership

GAAP knowledge

Financial reporting

Analytical skills

Multistate tax knowledge

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

Vista View

Timberline

Accounting ERP

Job description

Benefits: 4% match 401K; full health package, 3 Weeks PTO + 11 paid holidays

RemX is proud to represent our prestigious industrial construction client in the Denver Metro area who is seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented Assistant Controller to support and strengthen their financial and accounting operations. Reporting directly to the Controller with a dotted line to the CFO, this role plays a key part in managing the close process, maintaining strong internal controls and ensuring full compliance with GAAP. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on accounting professional who thrives in a dynamic environment and is motivated to lead process improvements while developing a high-performing team.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, mentor, and develop junior accounting staff, promoting adherence to established processes
• Support the preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulatory standards
• Lead and manage month/year-end close processes, including journal entries and GL reconciliations
• Develop, implement and monitor internal control policies and procedures to safeguard company asset and ensure compliance
• Serve as the primary point of contact for external auditors, preparing schedules and documentation
• Partner with Controller to support budgeting and forecasting activities including variance analysis and financial planning
• Identify and implement process improvements to streamline accounting operations, enhance efficiency and reduce costs
• Support financial transformation and system improvement initiatives

Requirements

• Min 5-7 years of progressive accounting experience, with prior leadership responsibilities preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• Advanced knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting requirements
• Highly knowledgeable with multi-state sales and use tax laws
• Excellent organizational, analytical and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail
• Ability to work effectively and efficiently and to meet deadlines with multi-shifting priorities
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across teams and levels of the organization
• Advanced MS Excel skills and experience working with accounting ERP
• Proficiency with Vista View and/or Timberline a plus