Assistant Controller

Jobgether; Remote; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A talent acquisition platform is seeking a Remote Assistant Controller to manage accounting operations and enhance financial reporting. This role involves overseeing the close processes and mentoring the accounting team. Ideal candidates will hold a Bachelor's in Accounting or Finance and possess over 7 years of accounting experience, including team leadership. Benefits include competitive salary, flexible work options, and support for professional growth, all within a dynamic and innovative work culture.

Benefits

Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses

Flexible working environment

Opportunities for professional development

Health and wellness programs

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• 4-5 years managing and leading a team.
• Experience in public accounting and industry.

Responsibilities

• Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes.
• Mentor the accounting team for performance improvement.
• Coordinate with auditors and manage audit deliverables.

Skills

Leadership

Financial Reporting

US GAAP knowledge

SOX compliance

ERP systems

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

NetSuite

Job description

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Remote Assistant Controller. In this role, you will have a critical impact on the company's financial success, managing accounting operations and supporting financial reporting. You will collaborate closely with leadership, utilizing your expertise to lead and mentor the team through complex financial challenges. This is an opportunity to shape the future of robotic deliveries while ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulations. Your work will directly contribute to enhancing operational efficiency within a dynamic and fast-paced organization.

Accountabilities

• Manage and execute the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes
• Mentor and develop accounting team members through regular coaching and performance feedback
• Oversee the consolidation of global subsidiaries, including foreign currency translation
• Ensure timely payments for Accounts Payable and timely receipt of invoices for Accounts Receivable
• Manage accounting for property, plant, and equipment, including capitalization policies and impairments
• Handle accounting for leases under ASC 842, including ROU assets and lease liabilities
• Coordinate with external and internal auditors and manage audit deliverables
• Maintain process documentation and narratives
• Help scale accounting systems, tools, and workflows to support company growth
• Support in year-end inventory count (travel may be required)
• Foster a culture of accountability and continuous improvement
• Act as a trusted backup to the Controller
• Project management of ad hoc projects

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience
• 4-5 years of experience managing and leading a team
• Combination of Big 4 public accounting and industry experience
• Experience working at or supporting a public company
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP and SEC reporting requirements
• Hands-on experience with SOX compliance
• Advanced financial technology skills; experience with modern ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite)

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses
• Flexible working environment with remote work options
• Opportunities for professional development and growth
• Collaborative and innovative team culture
• Health and wellness programs
• Work-life balance support
• Access to cutting-edge technology and tools

Why Apply Through Jobgether?

We use an AI-powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top-fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team.

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