Assistant Controller

Description

We are looking for an experienced Assistant Controller to support financial reporting, close activities, and accounting oversight for a Contract to Hire position based in Waltham, Massachusetts. This role will play a key part in producing accurate financial information, coordinating reporting deliverables, and strengthening compliance across accounting processes. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, leadership experience, and a solid background in corporate reporting within a regulated environment.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the preparation and review of internal and external financial reports, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timely delivery.

• Support quarterly and annual filing activities, including drafting disclosures, coordinating reviews, and validating the consistency of financial statements and related narratives.

• Perform detailed account analysis, reconciliations, journal entry review, and consolidation oversight to maintain reliable financial records.

• Monitor evolving reporting and compliance requirements, provide guidance to leadership, and recommend practical accounting and disclosure approaches.

• Partner with internal and external auditors by preparing schedules, responding to information requests, and overseeing audit-related deliverables.

• Maintain and enhance internal controls over financial reporting, including documentation tied to Sarbanes-Oxley compliance activities.

• Assist with month-end close and finance review processes, including technical accounting support for complex transactions and preparation of position memos.

• Contribute to the development and revision of accounting policies, reporting procedures, and materials prepared for boards, lenders, and other stakeholders.

• Provide support to the Controller while offering direction, feedback, and development guidance to members of the reporting team.

• Participate in the use and improvement of financial systems and automation tools, including work within Microsoft Dynamics GP and related platforms.

Requirements • At least 8 years of progressive accounting experience, including 3 or more years in a lead, supervisory, or management capacity.

• Certified Public Accountant designation required.

• Strong background in preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports with a high degree of accuracy.

• Hands-on knowledge of U.S. GAAP and public company reporting requirements, including SEC filing processes.

• Solid understanding of internal controls, audit practices, and corporate governance principles.

• Experience with month-end close, general ledger activity, account reconciliations, and financial statement audits.

• Proficiency with major financial systems and automation tools; experience with Microsoft Dynamics GP is preferred.

• Ability to assess complex accounting matters, communicate clearly with stakeholders, and manage multiple reporting deadlines effectively.

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