Assistant Controller — Build Scalable Finance Ops

Addison Group; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 140,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Bonuses

401(k)

Job summary

Addison Group is partnering with a rapidly growing financial services organization in Bethesda, MD to hire an Assistant Controller. This hands-on CPA will build and scale the accounting function, establishing scalable processes, controls, and infrastructure to support growth.

The role requires an active CPA, 5+ years in accounting, and strong multi-entity experience. You will lead day-to-day accounting, close processes, and partner with executives on strategic financial decisions in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Active CPA designation required.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
• Experience building, restructuring, or significantly enhancing an accounting function
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Strong multi-entity accounting experience.
• Highly proficient with accounting systems and technology.
• Hands‑on leadership style with the ability to operate both strategically and tactically.

Responsibilities

• Build the accounting function from the ground up, creating scalable processes, policies, and controls.
• Own day‑to‑day accounting operations, including: Month‑end close, Financial reporting, General ledger management, Account reconciliations.
• Lead multi‑entity accounting and consolidation activities across the organization.
• Design and strengthen internal controls, accounting procedures, and reporting infrastructure.
• Partner with executive leadership to provide financial insights and support strategic decision‑making.
• Evaluate, implement, and optimize accounting systems, technology, and automation initiatives.
• Support organizational growth through process improvement and operational scalability.
• Serve as a key accounting leader within a dynamic and expanding financial services environment.

Skills

Multi-entity accounting

Financial reporting

Month-end close

Technology proficiency

Strategic leadership

Accounting systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Active CPA designation

Tools

Sage Intacct

ERP platforms

Job description

Addison Group is partnering with a rapidly growing financial services organization in Bethesda, MD to hire an Assistant Controller. This hands-on CPA will build and scale the accounting function, establishing scalable processes, controls, and infrastructure to support growth.

The role requires an active CPA, 5+ years in accounting, and strong multi-entity experience. You will lead day-to-day accounting, close processes, and partner with executives on strategic financial decisions in a fast-paced