Assistant Controller - Close, Controls & Automation Lead

Progressive Leasing; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401(k) Retirement Plan

Generous PTO

Employee Purchase Program

Job summary

Purchasing Power, part of PROG Holdings, seeks an Assistant Controller to lead the accounting close, controls, and team development. You will mentor an Accounting Manager (4 direct reports) and an AP Manager (4 direct reports), driving process improvement and ERP excellence across finance.

You will liaise with auditors, ensure US GAAP/SOX compliance, and guide automation initiatives while supporting treasury when needed. Hybrid work with growth opportunities awaits.

Qualifications

• CPA with 13+ years of progressive experience in fintech or SAAS.
• Expert knowledge of US GAAP and SOX; audit-ready deliverables.
• 4+ years of direct people management leading accounting staff.
• Experience scaling processes in fast-paced, multi-entity env.
• ERP experience: NetSuite, SAP, Oracle; Workday preferred.
• Familiarity with AI-powered tools and data analytics.
• Advanced Excel; close management platforms (BlackLine/FloQast).
• Bachelor's in Accounting or Finance; MBA/ Master’s preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee financial close, reporting; manage accounting teams.
• Design and monitor internal controls; liaison with internal/external auditors.
• Lead Accounting Manager and AP Manager and 10+ indirect reports.
• Drive ERP enhancements or migrations and automation initiatives.
• Support treasury functions and cash management as backup.

Skills

Leadership & People Mgmt

Cross-functional Collaboration

Problem Solving

US GAAP & SOX knowledge

Education

Bachelor's in Accounting or Finance

Master's or MBA (plus)

Tools

NetSuite

SAP

Oracle

Workday

BlackLine

FloQast

Job description

Purchasing Power, part of PROG Holdings, seeks an Assistant Controller to lead the accounting close, controls, and team development. You will mentor an Accounting Manager (4 direct reports) and an AP Manager (4 direct reports), driving process improvement and ERP excellence across finance.

You will liaise with auditors, ensure US GAAP/SOX compliance, and guide automation initiatives while supporting treasury when needed. Hybrid work with growth opportunities awaits.