Impactful Assistant Controller - Finance Leader

Wesley Woods Senior Living; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 98,000 - 118,000; Full time

Job summary

Wesley Woods Senior Living in Atlanta, GA is seeking an experienced Assistant Controller to lead accounting operations and strengthen our financial position. You will report to the Controller and play a key role in financial reporting, month-end close, budgeting, internal controls, and treasury activities.

The ideal candidate has seven or more years in accounting, a Bachelor's degree in a related field, and strong Excel and GAAP knowledge. CPA is a plus; healthcare nonprofit experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• At least seven years of progressive accounting experience.
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and financial-planning processes.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Experience using accounting and financial-management systems.
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting, general ledger accounting, account reconciliation, and internal controls.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to supervise, mentor, and develop staff.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and consistently meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation and review of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Support the month-end close process, including journal entries, account reconciliations, account analyses, and general ledger oversight.
• Analyze financial results and monitor key trends to support organizational decision-making.
• Help ensure compliance with GAAP and organizational accounting policies.
• Maintain accurate, complete, and timely financial records.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and annual financial plans.
• Support cash-management activities and provide data for planning.
• Explain financial results to organizational leaders and identify areas needing attention.
• Oversee accounts payable/receivable and supervise accounting team.
• Develop and improve accounting policies, procedures, and workflows.

Skills

Financial reporting

Budgeting

Forecasting

Team leadership

Excel proficiency

GAAP knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

CPA designation (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central

Accounting software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Wesley Woods Senior Living in Atlanta, GA is seeking an experienced Assistant Controller to lead accounting operations and strengthen our financial position. You will report to the Controller and play a key role in financial reporting, month-end close, budgeting, internal controls, and treasury activities.

The ideal candidate has seven or more years in accounting, a Bachelor's degree in a related field, and strong Excel and GAAP knowledge. CPA is a plus; healthcare nonprofit experience is a plus.