Assistant Controller - Finance Ops, GAAP & Automation

CompoSecure

New Jersey

On-site

USD 110,000 - 170,000

Full time

14 days+

Get more replies from employers

Send a job-specific resume in minutes.

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

FSA/HSA options

Company-paid life and disability保险

401(k) with company match

PTO and holidays

Annual bonus opportunities

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

CompoSecure is seeking an experienced Assistant Controller to support the Controller and Finance leadership in overseeing day-to-day accounting operations and ensuring financial integrity. This role emphasizes accuracy, compliance, and scalable processes.

You will lead month-end close, consolidate data across departments, and provide variance analyses to drive performance. The ideal candidate has 7–10+ years in accounting with 5+ management responsibilities and proficiency in

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA or CMA preferred).
7-10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including 5+ management responsibilities.
Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting standards.
Proficiency in ERP/accounting systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite).
Advanced Excel skills and familiarity with financial analysis tools.
Excellent communication, organizational, and problem‑solving skills.

Responsibilities

Assist in preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
Support consolidation of financial data across departments.
Provide variance analysis and recommendations to improve financial performance.
Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and general ledger functions.
Ensure timely and accurate month-end and year-end close processes.
Maintain internal controls to safeguard company assets.
Ensure compliance with GAAP, tax regulations, and company policies.
Coordinate with external auditors during annual audits.
Assist in implementing new accounting standards and regulatory changes.
Support the Controller in developing annual budgets and forecasts.
Monitor actual performance against budget and highlight key variances.
Supervise and mentor junior accounting staff.
Promote best practices and continuous improvement in financial processes.
Streamline finance processes and eliminate manual work through automation.
Implement and maintain tools that improve accuracy, speed, and scalability.
Analyze workflows to identify inefficiencies and propose improvements.
Monitor automated processes and refine them based on performance data.
Promote continuous improvement practices across the finance team.
Leverage AI and machine‑learning tools to enhance forecasting accuracy, automate routine analysis, and improve decision‑making speed.