Assistant Controller | CPA, GAAP & Audit Lead

Socket.dev; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Idaho Housing and Finance Association is seeking an Assistant Controller to oversee financial operations, ensure GAAP compliance, and lead multiple finance teams. You will collaborate with auditors, drive process improvements, and prepare consolidated year-end and quarterly statements.

The role also involves budgeting, forecasting, accounting estimates, and mentoring staff to strengthen the finance function and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• CPA license required.
• 7+ years of relevant experience; supervisory experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting standards.
• Proficiency with accounting software and MS Office Suite, especially Excel.

Responsibilities

• Act as primary liaison with external auditors and support audit completion.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and cost controls.
• Lead end-to-end projects with minimal supervision and timely delivery.
• Prepare consolidated year-end and quarterly financial statements.
• Assist with accounting estimates, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Research accounting standards to recommend compliant actions.
• Supervise and develop team members.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Excel

Communication

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Idaho Housing and Finance Association is seeking an Assistant Controller to oversee financial operations, ensure GAAP compliance, and lead multiple finance teams. You will collaborate with auditors, drive process improvements, and prepare consolidated year-end and quarterly statements.

The role also involves budgeting, forecasting, accounting estimates, and mentoring staff to strengthen the finance function and regulatory compliance.