Strategic Assistant Controller | Analytics & Process Lead

John Betlem Heating & Cooling; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

John Betlem Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Electric is seeking a detail-oriented, analytical, and operationally focused Assistant Controller to join our leadership team. This role reports to the Controller and focuses on managing daily accounting operations, ensuring financial accuracy, strengthening internal controls, and developing a high-performing accounting team.

The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting expertise, advanced analytical skills, and the ability to partner with

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field.
• 5 to 7+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Experience supervising, leading, or mentoring a team.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Experience with Sage Intacct or similar ERP systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with large datasets.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support month-end and year-end close processes.
• Maintain general ledger accuracy and financial reporting.
• Oversee reconciliations, prepaids, accruals, fixed assets, A/P, A/R, and cost accounting activities.
• Prepare monthly and annual financial statements.
• Perform variance analysis and management reporting vs. budget/forecast.
• Lead annual budgeting and ongoing financial forecasting.
• Develop and maintain internal controls, accounting procedures, and best practices.
• Drive process improvements, workflow efficiencies, and system enhancements.
• Train, mentor, and support the accounting team.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with operational leaders for data-driven decisions.
• Handle special projects and strategic finance initiatives as assigned.

Skills

Excel

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance/Business

Tools

Sage Intacct

Job description

John Betlem Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Electric is seeking a detail-oriented, analytical, and operationally focused Assistant Controller to join our leadership team. This role reports to the Controller and focuses on managing daily accounting operations, ensuring financial accuracy, strengthening internal controls, and developing a high-performing accounting team.

The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting expertise, advanced analytical skills, and the ability to partner with