Assistant Controller, North America

Fitch Group, Inc., Fitch Ratings, Inc., Fitch Solutions Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 125,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Comprehensive healthcare offerings

Tuition reimbursement programs

Paid volunteer days

Job summary

Fitch Group, Inc. is looking for an Assistant Controller to work in their New York office. This role is critical for overseeing acquisition accounting and ensuring compliance with financial reporting standards. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of accounting experience, CPA preferred, and expertise in managing complex integrations.

Fitch offers a hybrid work environment, with various benefits focused on health, wellness, and professional development, including comprehensive healthcare and retirement planning.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of accounting experience in public accounting and/or corporate finance roles.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls.
• Experience with acquisition accounting and integration processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead acquisition accounting and support integration of acquired businesses.
• Oversee North America sales tax compliance.
• Support month-end close and management reporting.
• Partner with tax, legal, and corporate finance teams.
• Support external audit and SOX compliance.

Skills

Accounting experience

US GAAP knowledge

Advanced Excel skills

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

CPA preferred

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Requisition ID: 50211

Business Unit: Fitch Group

Category: Finance

Location: New York, NY, US

Fitch Group is a leading, global financial information services provider that delivers vital credit and risk insights, robust data, and dynamic tools. With over 100 years of experience and a presence in more than 30 countries, Fitch Group’s culture of credibility, independence, and transparency supports its operations in Fitch Ratings and Fitch Solutions.

Fitch Group is currently seeking an Assistant Controller, North America based out of our New York office. This role will support core regional controllership activities, with primary responsibility for M&A accounting and post‑acquisition integration. The role will lead acquisition accounting and integration of acquired businesses into close, reporting, controls, and policy frameworks, while partnering with business, tax, legal, and corporate finance stakeholders. In addition, the position will oversee North America sales tax compliance, month‑end accruals and close support, management reporting, liaison with parent company corporate income tax, and support for external audit and SOX compliance.

How You’ll Make an Impact

• Lead acquisition accounting and support integration of acquired businesses into Fitch’s close, reporting, controls, and policy frameworks.
• Oversee North America sales tax compliance and help manage related accounting and reporting requirements.
• Support month‑end close, accruals, and management reporting to deliver accurate and timely financial information.
• Partner with tax, legal, business, and corporate finance teams on cross‑functional controllership matters.
• Support external audit, SOX compliance, and coordination with parent company corporate income tax.

You May Be a Good Fit If

• 8+ years of accounting experience in public accounting and/or corporate finance roles.
• CPA highly preferred, with strong knowledge of US GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls.
• Experience with acquisition accounting, ERP systems, and advanced Excel skills.

What Would Make You Stand Out

• Experience integrating acquired businesses into accounting and reporting processes.
• Knowledge of sales and use tax compliance in a complex organization.
• Strong project management and cross‑functional collaboration skills.
• A proactive mindset and focus on process improvement.

Why Choose Fitch

• Hybrid work environment: 3 days a week in office required based on your line of business and location.
• A culture of learning & mobility: dedicated trainings, leadership development and mentorship programs.
• Investing in your future: retirement planning, financial wellness and tuition reimbursement programs.
• Promoting health & wellness: comprehensive healthcare offerings that prioritize a healthy body & mind.
• Supportive parenting policies: family‑first policies, including a generous global parental leave plan.
• Dedication to giving back: paid volunteer days and support for community engagement initiatives.

Fitch is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affluent Action Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, and other statuses protected by law.

Expected base pay rates for the role will be between $125,000 and $145,000 per year. Actual salaries will be determined on an individualized basis and may vary based on factors including but not limited to education, training, experience, past performance, and other job‑related factors. Base pay is one part of Fitch’s total compensation package, which, depending on the position, may also include commission earnings, discretionary bonuses, long‑term incentives, and other benefits sponsored by Fitch.