Senior Assistant Controller & Financial Reporting Lead

Friedman Williams; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Friedman Williams is seeking an Assistant Controller in Washington DC to lead a small accounting team. You will oversee day-to-day accounting operations, financial reporting, and compliance, including month-end and year-end closes.

You will interact with tax and audit firms and partner with the Accounting & Finance management team. The role requires strong accounting knowledge, governance, and communication skills, with experience supervising staff and managing internal controls.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of accounting experience
• 2+ years of supervisory experience
• Strong analytical and numerical skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills (English)

Responsibilities

• Supervise, coach, and develop staff; ensure accountability.
• Oversee general ledger and balance sheet accuracy; approve reconciliations and entries.
• Coordinate with billing, AP, payroll to ensure data integrity.
• Manage monthly and year-end closings and financial statements.
• Oversee fixed assets, depreciation, and CIP; maintain records.
• Coordinate annual audits and tax reporting; respond to information requests.

Skills

Accounting principles

Supervisory experience

Financial analysis

Excel/Office expertise

Financial reporting

Internal controls

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

CPA preferred

Tools

Aderant

Sage

Job description

Friedman Williams is seeking an Assistant Controller in Washington DC to lead a small accounting team. You will oversee day-to-day accounting operations, financial reporting, and compliance, including month-end and year-end closes.

You will interact with tax and audit firms and partner with the Accounting & Finance management team. The role requires strong accounting knowledge, governance, and communication skills, with experience supervising staff and managing internal controls.