Overview:

The Assistant Controller is a key leadership role within the Global Accounting organization and will support the Corporate Controller in overseeing the company's accounting operations, financial reporting, and close processes. This role will work closely with U.S. and international accounting teams, Finance leadership, and business operations to ensure the integrity, accuracy, and timeliness of financial reporting for a growing multinational engineering consulting services firm.

The Assistant Controller will play a critical role in managing the month-end close process, global financial consolidation, financial reporting, and technical accounting matters, while helping to build scalable processes and strengthen internal controls to support continued growth. The role requires a dynamic and hands-on accounting professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and demonstrates strong leadership, communication, and process improvement capabilities.

This position will partner regularly with operational leaders and finance stakeholders across the organization and will serve as a key contributor to initiatives aimed at enhancing financial reporting, operational insights, and accounting process efficiency. CPA preferred.

Key Respondsibilities

Financial Reporting & Close Management

• Lead the global month-end and year-end close processes to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Manage preparation and review of consolidated financial statements and related reporting for senior leadership.
• Lead the consolidation of global entities and ensure accuracy of intercompany eliminations and foreign currency translation.
• Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial analyses to ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP.
• Analyze financial results, investigate variances, and provide management commentary to support business decision-making.

Audit & Compliance

• Serve as the primary coordinator for the annual financial statement audit, working closely with external auditors and internal stakeholders.
• Project manage the audit process and ensure timely delivery of audit schedules, supporting documentation, and technical accounting analyses.
• Draft accounting memos and documentation for significant or unusual transactions.
• Ensure adherence to accounting policies, internal controls, and regulatory requirements.

Accounting Operations

• Oversee accounting operations across key areas including General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Revenue Recognition, and Travel & Expense.
• Manage the intercompany accounting process to ensure transactions are accurately recorded and reconciled across entities.
• Oversee fixed asset and lease accounting processes and systems.
• Lead the preparation of monthly financial statements and related disclosures.
• Ensure the accuracy and completeness of general ledger accounts and supporting reconciliations.

Process Improvement & Systems

• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance the efficiency, scalability, and accuracy of accounting processes.
• Develop and implement new templates, workflows, and procedures to improve departmental productivity.
• Support financial systems optimization and automation initiatives.
• Partner with FP&A and other finance functions to improve financial reporting and operational metrics.

Indirect Tax & Compliance Support

• Lead coordination and management of indirect tax matters including sales tax, property tax, and use tax compliance.
• Work with internal teams and external advisors to ensure timely filings and identify potential tax savings opportunities.

Team Leadership & Cross - Functional Collaboration

• Manage, mentor, and develop accounting staff while fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
• Partner with operational leaders and finance teams across U.S. and international regions to support business initiatives.
• Collaborate with FP&A on budgeting and financial planning processes.
• Serve as a trusted finance partner to business operations and leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• CPA license preferred.
• 7-10 years of progressive accounting experience.
• Combination of public accounting and industry experience strongly preferred.
• Experience working in a private equity-backed or highly acquisitive organization preferred.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting requirements.
• Demonstrated experience managing accounting teams and complex close processes.
• Experience with ERP systems and financial consolidation processes.
• Advanced Excel skills required.

Key Competencies

• Process Improvement Mindset - Demonstrated ability to evaluate and improve accounting processes and controls.
• Strong Communicator - Ability to clearly communicate complex accounting concepts to finance and non-finance stakeholders.
• Leadership & Accountability - Proven ability to lead teams, manage priorities, and deliver results in a deadline-driven environment.
• Analytical Thinking - Strong financial analysis and problem-solving capabilities.
• Collaboration - Effective cross-functional partner who builds strong relationships across the organization.
• Attention to Detail - High level of accuracy and commitment to financial integrity.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

The role is primarily office-based and requires the ability to sit, stand, and work at a computer for extended periods. Occasional lifting of up to 25 pounds may be required. The role may involve periodic interaction with clients, vendors, and internal stakeholders across multiple locations.