Assistant Controller - Hybrid, Lead Accounting Team

KBW Financial Staffing & Recruiting; United States; Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

KBW Financial Staffing & Recruiting seeks an Assistant Controller to join its accounting team in Quincy, MA. The role oversees a small team, hands-on GL, financial reporting, budgeting, AP, and accounting operations, reporting to the Controller.

The position requires a Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance, 7+ years of broad accounting experience, and supervisory capabilities. Great Plains/Dynamics GP experience is a plus; nonprofit exposure is beneficial.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
• 7+ years of broad accounting experience with progression.
• Prior management/supervisory experience required.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting.
• Nonprofit or mission-driven experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Supervise a small accounting team and oversee AP operations.
• Manage monthly close activities including GL, AP, and payroll.
• Prepare and review journal entries, reconciliations, and financial statements.
• Analyze results vs. budget and prepare management reports.
• Assist with cash flow forecasting and budgeting processes.
• Support annual audits and related filings.
• Oversee 1099 reporting and intercompany entries.
• Identify opportunities to automate and streamline processes.
• Provide information and analysis to leadership as needed.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Financial reporting

Excel skills

Internal controls

Analytical thinking

Process improvement

Accounting operations

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Great Plains/Dynamics GP

Job description

KBW Financial Staffing & Recruiting seeks an Assistant Controller to join its accounting team in Quincy, MA. The role oversees a small team, hands-on GL, financial reporting, budgeting, AP, and accounting operations, reporting to the Controller.

The position requires a Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance, 7+ years of broad accounting experience, and supervisory capabilities. Great Plains/Dynamics GP experience is a plus; nonprofit exposure is beneficial.