Remote Assistant Controller – Finance Leader & Audit

SEH; Central City (NE); Remote; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

SEH is an employee‑owned engineering, architectural, planning, and environmental firm seeking an Assistant Controller to lead accounting operations and support the annual audit. The role partners with the Controller on financial strategy and continuous improvement, with the flexibility of a remote work arrangement.

Base compensation is expected to be in the range of $110,000 and $140,000 based on skill set and experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting.
• CPA, Active or Inactive.
• Previous experience as an Accounting Manager, Assistant Controller or Controller.
• Experience being a part of an annual financial statement audit.
• Broad, hands-on expertise across end-to-end accounting operations, including AP, AR, treasury, audits, close processes, financial reporting, and contract review.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP.
• Proven ability to manage and develop accounting teams.
• Proficiency with ERP systems and Microsoft Excel; ability to leverage systems to improve processes.
• Strong analytical, communication, and cross functional collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead all accounting operations, including monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting
• Proactively evaluate emerging accounting standards and regulatory changes, advising leadership on impacts and implementation strategies
• Build and maintain effective relationships with external auditors to support efficient audits, strong controls, and continuous improvement
• Manage treasury activities including daily cash positioning, forecasting, bank relationships, and covenant monitoring
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, internal controls, and corporate accounting policies
• Prepare and review financial statements, management reports, and variance analyses
• Partner with operations and leadership to support budgeting, forecasting, and cost management initiatives
• Lead, develop, and mentor accounting staff
• Collaborate with the Controller on financial strategy, process improvements, and special projects
• This is a remote opportunity open to candidates residing in the majority of US states. (See below for exceptions.) If you are open to relocation, please highlight this in your application.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

CPA (Active or Inactive)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

ERP systems

Microsoft Dynamics 365

Job description

SEH is an employee‑owned engineering, architectural, planning, and environmental firm seeking an Assistant Controller to lead accounting operations and support the annual audit. The role partners with the Controller on financial strategy and continuous improvement, with the flexibility of a remote work arrangement.

Base compensation is expected to be in the range of $110,000 and $140,000 based on skill set and experience.