Assistant Controller

Joele Frank

$170K — $200K *
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of progressive post-graduation accounting experience, ideally in both public and private sectors
  • CPA designation preferred or actively pursuing it
  • Strong understanding of accrual accounting principles and cash-basis reporting
  • Demonstrated experience with ERP/GL systems, preferably Oracle NetSuite
  • Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables and complex formulas
  • Familiarity with AI efficiency tools
  • Experience with external audit coordination and tax preparation
  • Strong communication skills for engaging with senior leadership

Responsibilities

  • Manage financial data integrity in Oracle NetSuite ERP system
  • Compile and execute full-cycle month-end close tasks, including journal entries and reconciliations
  • Develop and sustain financial dashboards and present KPI reports
  • Analyze P&L variances, providing explanations for any significant differences
  • Facilitate communication with external auditors and assist in preparing financial statements
  • Prepare financial reports for tax professionals
  • Collaborate on forecasting and expense management with CFO and FP&A Director
  • Oversee AP Associate's work, ensuring timely and accurate processing of vendor payments
  • Manage equity activities and communicate with partners regarding equity matters

Benefits

  • Collaborative work environment with a focus on professional growth
  • Opportunity to work closely with executive leadership, including the CFO
  • Hands-on involvement in high-level financial operations
  • Exposure to both public and private accounting practices
  • Potential for involvement in technology-driven efficiency improvements
Full Job Description
About the Role

The Assistant Controller will be the sixth member of our Accounting & Finance team, working closely with the CFO to oversee core financial operations and reporting. This role requires a hands-on, polished professional with strong technical accounting skills and the ability to engage confidently with leadership and external stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage and control financial data flowing through Oracle NetSuite (ERP/GL system), ensuring accuracy and integrity across all transactions.
  • Perform full-cycle month-end close, including preparing and posting journal entries (AP, AR, accruals), and reconciling key balance sheet accounts monthly or quarterly.
  • Build and maintain financial dashboards and Key Performance Indicator ("KPI") reporting; present management reports on both an accrual and cash basis.
  • Conduct variance analysis on the P&L, identifying and explaining significant deviations versus prior periods or budget / forecasts.
  • Coordinate with external auditors, facilitating Prepared by Client ("PBC") requests and supporting the preparation of annual audited financial statements.
  • Prepare interim & final financial reports for external tax professionals to support quarterly estimates and year-end filings.
  • Assist with forecasting and expense management initiatives in partnership with the CFO and Director of FP&A.
  • Supervise the AP Associate, reviewing vendor invoices for proper GL coding and ensuring timely payments within agreed terms.
  • Monitor partner equity activity, including managing buy-in schedules, calculating price per share, supporting distribution planning, and serving as a primary point of contact for partner communications on equity-related matters.

Qualifications
  • 5+ years of progressive accounting experience post-graduation; mix of public and private experience preferred.
  • CPA or actively pursuing CPA designation strongly preferred.
  • Strong working knowledge of accrual-basis accounting with the ability to present cash-basis management reports.
  • Demonstrated proficiency with ERP and GL systems; Oracle NetSuite experience a plus.
  • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills required: pivot tables, V/H/X-LOOKUPs, Index Match, and IF statements.
  • Proficiency with AI platforms to find workflow and business efficiencies.
  • Experience managing or coordinating with external auditors and tax professionals.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills; comfortable interacting with senior leadership.


$170,000 - $200,000 a year

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