Assistant Controller: End-to-End Finance Leader for Growth

Emerald Resource Group; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Emerald Resource Group in the Greater Cleveland area is seeking an experienced accounting professional who will own the accounting function end to end and sit close to leadership. This hands-on role requires drive to scale the business and keep the financial engine running cleanly.

You will lead month-end close, manage AP/AR, banking, fixed assets, and tax processes, and partner with external auditors. The ideal candidate has 7+ years of relevant experience, excellent Excel skills, and a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Minimum 7 years of hands-on accounting experience.
• Strong Excel proficiency.
• MRI software experience is a plus.
• Ability to communicate clearly with leadership.

Responsibilities

• Own the month-end close from start to finish, including account reconciliations and financial reporting.
• Manage accounts payable, from weekly check runs to vendor inquiries.
• Manage accounts receivable, including cash application review and collections.
• Run banking and cash: forecasting, bank reconciliations, and loan covenant reporting.
• Manage fixed assets: monthly depreciation, project spending analysis, and reconciliations.
• Handle taxes: property tax, sales and use tax, and 1099 processing.
• Follow established accounting processes and recommend improvements where you spot them.
• Serve as the key liaison with external auditors.
• Support the broader team on other accounting priorities as they come up.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Effective communicator

Proactive problem solving

Growth mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Excel

MRI software

Job description

Emerald Resource Group in the Greater Cleveland area is seeking an experienced accounting professional who will own the accounting function end to end and sit close to leadership. This hands-on role requires drive to scale the business and keep the financial engine running cleanly.

You will lead month-end close, manage AP/AR, banking, fixed assets, and tax processes, and partner with external auditors. The ideal candidate has 7+ years of relevant experience, excellent Excel skills, and a