Assistant Controller

Kokosing

$88K — $105K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required
  • CPA required or actively pursuing certification
  • 5-8 years of progressive accounting experience; public accounting experience preferred
  • Experience in construction, infrastructure, or multi-entity environments preferred
  • Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting requirements
  • Experience with ERP systems (e.g., Oracle, SAP) and advanced Excel skills required

Responsibilities

  • Support the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close process, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
  • Review journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statements for completeness and accuracy
  • Assist in preparation of consolidated financial statements and internal management reporting
  • Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and company accounting policies
  • Maintain and enhance internal controls over financial reporting, including SOX-related controls where applicable
  • Partner with business unit finance teams to ensure consistent accounting practices across the organization
  • Assist with external and internal audit processes, including preparation of audit schedules and responding to auditor requests
  • Support budgeting and forecasting processes through collaboration with FP&A and operational teams
  • Drive process improvements in accounting operations, systems, and reporting workflows
  • Participate in finance transformation initiatives, including system implementations and standardization efforts

Benefits

  • Professional development opportunities
  • Collaborative work environment
  • Engagement in finance transformation initiatives
  • Potential for career advancement within a diversified organization
  • Exposure to diverse financial practices across business units
Full Job Description
The Assistant Controller supports the corporate and operational accounting functions of Kokosing, a diversified construction and infrastructure services organization. This role partners closely with the Controller and finance leadership to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting, strong internal controls, and efficient close processes. The Assistant Controller plays a key role in executing accounting operations, supporting consolidation and reporting activities, and driving consistency across business units. Key Responsibilities • Support the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close process, ensuring accuracy and timeliness • Review journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statements for completeness and accuracy • Assist in preparation of consolidated financial statements and internal management reporting • Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and company accounting policies • Maintain and enhance internal controls over financial reporting, including SOX-related controls where applicable • Partner with business unit finance teams to ensure consistent accounting practices across the organization • Assist with external and internal audit processes, including preparation of audit schedules and responding to auditor requests • Support budgeting and forecasting processes through collaboration with FP&A and operational teams • Drive process improvements in accounting operations, systems, and reporting workflows • Participate in finance transformation initiatives, including system implementations and standardization efforts Qualifications • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required • CPA required or actively pursuing certification • 5-8 years of progressive accounting experience; public accounting experience preferred • Experience in construction, infrastructure, or multi-entity environments preferred • Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting requirements • Experience with ERP systems (e.g., Oracle, SAP) and advanced Excel skills required Core Competencies • Strong technical accounting knowledge and analytical skills • High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment • Strong communication and collaboration skills • Process improvement mindset with focus on scalability and efficiency

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