Assistant Controller, GAAP & Controls Leader

Latitudeinc; Rockville (MD); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Latitudeinc is seeking an experienced Assistant Controller to join its finance team in Rockville, MD. The role focuses on accurate financial reporting, close processes, and strong internal controls while supporting leadership on compliance and efficiency initiatives.

Responsibilities include leading month-end close, maintaining GLs, preparing management reports, and overseeing cash, fixed assets, AR, and payroll controls.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Strong GAAP knowledge and financial reporting experience.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead month-end and year-end close processes with journal entries and accruals.
• Oversee general ledger and subsidiary ledgers maintenance.
• Review reconciliations to ensure data accuracy and integrity.
• Analyze monthly statements and prepare management reports.
• Oversee cash management entries and bank reconciliations.
• Maintain fixed asset schedules and depreciation recording.
• Assist Accounts Receivable and Payroll oversight for controls.
• Prepare benefit-related journal entries and support audits.
• Contribute to internal controls and accounting policy improvements.
• Prepare custom reports for leadership and assist special projects.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Month-end close

Financial reporting

Leadership

Excel proficiency

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Excel

Accounting software

Job description

Latitudeinc is seeking an experienced Assistant Controller to join its finance team in Rockville, MD. The role focuses on accurate financial reporting, close processes, and strong internal controls while supporting leadership on compliance and efficiency initiatives.

Responsibilities include leading month-end close, maintaining GLs, preparing management reports, and overseeing cash, fixed assets, AR, and payroll controls.