Assistant Controller (Hybrid - Atlanta, GA)

Progressive Leasing; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401(k) Retirement Plan

Generous PTO

Employee Purchase Program

Job summary

Purchasing Power, part of PROG Holdings, seeks an Assistant Controller to lead the accounting close, controls, and team development. You will mentor an Accounting Manager (4 direct reports) and an AP Manager (4 direct reports), driving process improvement and ERP excellence across finance.

You will liaise with auditors, ensure US GAAP/SOX compliance, and guide automation initiatives while supporting treasury when needed. Hybrid work with growth opportunities awaits.

Qualifications

• CPA with 13+ years of progressive experience in fintech or SAAS.
• Expert knowledge of US GAAP and SOX; audit-ready deliverables.
• 4+ years of direct people management leading accounting staff.
• Experience scaling processes in fast-paced, multi-entity env.
• ERP experience: NetSuite, SAP, Oracle; Workday preferred.
• Familiarity with AI-powered tools and data analytics.
• Advanced Excel; close management platforms (BlackLine/FloQast).
• Bachelor's in Accounting or Finance; MBA/ Master’s preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee financial close, reporting; manage accounting teams.
• Design and monitor internal controls; liaison with internal/external auditors.
• Lead Accounting Manager and AP Manager and 10+ indirect reports.
• Drive ERP enhancements or migrations and automation initiatives.
• Support treasury functions and cash management as backup.

Skills

Leadership & People Mgmt

Cross-functional Collaboration

Problem Solving

US GAAP & SOX knowledge

Education

Bachelor's in Accounting or Finance

Master's or MBA (plus)

Tools

NetSuite

SAP

Oracle

Workday

BlackLine

FloQast

Job description

Purchasing Power is a leading employee purchase program that helps people buy the products and services they need through the convenience of payroll deduction. As part of PROG Holdings (NYSE: PRG), a FinTech holding company with more than 20 years of experience, we’re focused on building simple, responsible financial solutions that put people first. PROG Holdings’ portfolio includes Progressive Leasing, a market leader in lease‑to‑own solutions, Purchasing Power, and Four, a Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL) platform — all united by a commitment to innovation, access, and meaningful impact.***This role is a PPC role***Purchasing Power is hiring an Assistant Controller to lead accounting operations and develop our accounting team as we continue to grow. Reporting to the Controller, this role oversees the financial close cycle, manages an Accounting Manager (with 4 direct reports) and an AP Manager (with 4 direct reports), drives internal controls and audit readiness, and champions process automation and ERP excellence across the accounting function.WHAT YOU'LL WORK ON:Financial Close & ReportingMentor and manage accounting teams, including an Accounting Manager (4 direct reports) and an AP Manager (4 direct reports), totaling 10+ indirect reports.Set clear performance expectations, provide ongoing coaching, and foster a culture of continuous improvement and accountability within the team.Internal Controls & ComplianceLiaise with the Controller and the PROG Internal Controls team to design, implement, and monitor robust internal financial controls to ensure integrity and accuracy across all financial reporting.Act as the primary liaison with external auditors for annual financial audits, owning evidence packages and managing audit deliverables, end-to-end.Ensure compliance with US GAAP; research complex accounting topics, draft technical accounting memos, and document accounting policies for issues such as revenue recognition.Team Leadership & DevelopmentMentor and manage accounting teams, including an Accounting Manager (4 direct reports) and an AP Manager (4 direct reports), totaling 10+ indirect reports.Set clear performance expectations, provide ongoing coaching, and foster a culture of continuous improvement and accountability within the team.Systems & Process ImprovementOversee ERP system enhancements or migrations (e.g., Workday, Oracle, SAP), ensuring smooth transitions and adoption across the accounting function.Evaluate and implement AI-powered tools and intelligent automation solutions to streamline accounting workflows, reduce manual effort, and enhance the accuracy and speed of financial reporting.Drive automation initiatives to improve reporting efficiency, reduce manual effort, and accelerate close timelines.Treasury SupportServe as backup to the Controller for Treasury functions as needed, including releasing payments and other cash management activities, ensuring continuity of financial operations.WHAT YOU BRING:CPA with 13+ years of progressive experience, including a mix of Big 4/ professional services and publicly traded fintech of SAAS company experience.Expert-level knowledge of US GAAP and SOX compliance, with hands-on experience leading monthly book close processes and preparing audit-ready deliverables.Minimum 4+ years of direct people management experience, with a demonstrated ability to lead and develop accounting staff, including managers.Exceptional cross-functional collaboration and problem-solving skills, with the ability to scale processes in a fast-paced environment.Proven track record of identifying and implementing process improvements that increased close efficiency, reduced errors, or improved reporting accuracy in a multi-entity environment.Large ERP experience required (NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, or similar), Workday Financials preferred; experience managing ERP enhancements or migrations a plus.Familiarity with AI-powered accounting tools, intelligent automation platforms, or data analytics solutions, with a curiosity and willingness to evaluate and implement emerging technologies that drive efficiency across the accounting function.Advanced Excel proficiency; experience with close management platforms (e.g., BlackLine, FloQast) a plus.Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required; Master's or MBA a plus.WHY THIS ROLE IS UNIQUE:We act with intensity, urgency, and a passion for supporting our customers and growing our business. We strive for excellence.We hold ourselves accountable and expect it of each other. We attack problems with a positive "can do" attitude. We do what we say we'll do.We deliver as one team, working together with integrity, respect, trust, transparency, and fun. We are better because we work here.We believe our unique diversity and authenticity makes us a better company, allows us to be our best selves and is a competitive advantage.We exhibit innate curiosity and creativity to innovate and reimagine how things can be done. We ask, is there a better way?WHAT WE OFFER:Hybrid work schedule – 3 days onsite (Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday)Please note: Our office location is expected to transition from the Paces Ferry office to our Atlantic Station office. Timing is currently TBDComprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and company-paid Basic Life/AD&D insurance401(k) Retirement PlanGenerous PTOCareer Development OpportunitiesEmployee Purchase ProgramPurchasing Power welcomes and encourages diversity in the workplace. We do not discriminate in any aspect of employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, age, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local employment discrimination laws where Purchasing Power does business.