Assistant Controller - Close, Lease & Compliance Leader

Bms Cat; Haltom City (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid life insurance

401(k) plan

Disability insurance

Generous paid time off

Job summary

BMS CAT in Haltom City, TX seeks an experienced Assistant Controller to lead month-end close, manage lease accounting under ASC 842, and supervise a Senior Accountant. You will ensure accurate journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and compliance with US GAAP while coordinating with the Corporate Controller.

The role requires strong Excel skills, ERP experience (Sage preferred), and a track record of accuracy in a high-volume environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years of progressive accounting experience with close ownership and supervisory experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• CPA or active pursuit of CPA licensure a plus.
• Working knowledge of ASC 842 lease accounting standards a plus.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage month-end and year-end closing activities.
• Maintain ASC 842 lease accounting database and related journal entries in US GAAP.
• Manage the prepaid expense schedule and monthly journal entries.
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations and resolve discrepancies.
• Review corporate department P&L, research variances, and reclassify entries.
• Assist with bank reconciliations and annual audits.
• Prepare complex journal entries for review by Corporate Controller.
• Supervise one Senior Accountant and develop staff.
• Support ad hoc analyses and special projects.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Attention to detail

Deadline-driven

Communication skills

Financial analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA licensure a plus

Tools

Sage ERP

Microsoft Excel

Job description

BMS CAT in Haltom City, TX seeks an experienced Assistant Controller to lead month-end close, manage lease accounting under ASC 842, and supervise a Senior Accountant. You will ensure accurate journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and compliance with US GAAP while coordinating with the Corporate Controller.

The role requires strong Excel skills, ERP experience (Sage preferred), and a track record of accuracy in a high-volume environment.