Hands-on Assistant Controller — Temp-to-Hire Path

Seattle Search Group; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Seattle Search Group seeks an experienced Assistant Controller for a Bellingham-based manufacturing company. The role is contract/Temp-to-Hire with strong potential to become permanent, handling cash management, bank reconciliations, AR, billing, collections and month-end support.

The CFO will rely on you to own core accounting processes while you grow into broader controls, reporting and day-to-day financial operations. This is a hands-on, growth-focused opportunity with immediate need.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Experience with AR, billing and cash application.
• ERP/accounting system experience; NorthScope experience is a plus.
• Strong Excel skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily bank reconciliations and cash management across multiple accounts.
• Prepare journal entries and resolve reconciliation discrepancies.
• Manage customer invoicing, cash application and payment processing.
• Review accounts receivable aging and assist with collections.
• Assist with month-end close and financial statement preparation.
• Assist with 1099s, year-end reporting and external audits.
• Partner directly with the CFO on additional accounting and financial projects.

Skills

General ledger

Cash management

Bank reconciliations

Accounts receivable

Excel

Education

Accounting or finance degree

Tools

NorthScope

Job description

Seattle Search Group seeks an experienced Assistant Controller for a Bellingham-based manufacturing company. The role is contract/Temp-to-Hire with strong potential to become permanent, handling cash management, bank reconciliations, AR, billing, collections and month-end support.

The CFO will rely on you to own core accounting processes while you grow into broader controls, reporting and day-to-day financial operations. This is a hands-on, growth-focused opportunity with immediate need.