Strategic Assistant Controller — Finance Partner

LHH; Overland Park (KS); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

LHH Recruitment Solutions seeks an Assistant Controller for a large private company in the Overland Park area. The role reports to the Director of Finance and serves as a financial liaison and strategic partner to leadership.

The position emphasizes month-end close, GAAP financial reporting, forecasting, budgeting, and collaboration with audit teams. Candidate should have accounting experience in public practice or industry and strong ERP system knowledge.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting is required.
• CPA preferred, but not required.
• 5+ years public accounting experience or strong industry accounting experience.
• ERP system experience and strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate month end close.
• Produce financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
• Forecasting and assist with budgeting.
• Conduct financial and business analysis.
• Ad-hoc reporting to management.
• Assist with implementation of new accounting standards.
• Coordinate with internal/external audit teams.

Skills

Public accounting experience

Forecasting & budgeting

Communication skills

Business acumen

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

ERP system experience

Job description

LHH Recruitment Solutions seeks an Assistant Controller for a large private company in the Overland Park area. The role reports to the Director of Finance and serves as a financial liaison and strategic partner to leadership.

The position emphasizes month-end close, GAAP financial reporting, forecasting, budgeting, and collaboration with audit teams. Candidate should have accounting experience in public practice or industry and strong ERP system knowledge.