Senior Assistant Controller

Athena; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Athena is seeking an Assistant Controller to lead day-to-day accounting operations and ensure timely, accurate financial reporting. Reporting to the Finance Director/Controller, this role provides hands-on leadership of the monthly close, GL, reconciliations, and related financial reporting activities.

The role also involves strengthening internal controls, coordinating audits and tax compliance, guiding intercompany accounting, and driving process improvements across the accounting function.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance is required.
• CPA certification is strongly preferred.
• 10+ years in progressive accounting roles with close involvement in GL and financial reporting.
• 3+ years of supervisory experience.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and internal controls.
• Experience supporting audits and tax compliance.
• Experience with accounting systems (QuickBooks or similar) and advanced Excel.

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes with journal entries and reconciliations.
• Oversee day-to-day general ledger activities and balance sheet accounts.
• Provide leadership and development to the accounting team.
• Maintain internal controls and accounting policies.
• Coordinate external audits and tax compliance activities.
• Oversee intercompany accounting across entities.
• Identify opportunities to streamline and automate processes.
• Collaborate with FP&A and other departments on financial reporting.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Time management

Independent worker

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA certification preferred

Tools

QuickBooks

Microsoft Excel

Tipalti

Procurify

Job description

Athena is seeking an Assistant Controller to lead day-to-day accounting operations and ensure timely, accurate financial reporting. Reporting to the Finance Director/Controller, this role provides hands-on leadership of the monthly close, GL, reconciliations, and related financial reporting activities.

The role also involves strengthening internal controls, coordinating audits and tax compliance, guiding intercompany accounting, and driving process improvements across the accounting function.