Assistant Controller

Flourish Research

80d • $140,000 - $150,000

About The Position

Flourish Research is looking for motivated, talented, creative individuals who want to learn and grow in their careers while contributing to research that changes lives! We offer an excellent comprehensive benefits package, a supportive and collaborative work environment, and endless growth opportunities. We have an opening for an Assistant Controller to join our growing accounting team! This is a Remote position. The Assistant Controller will oversee day-to-day accounting operations for our site network and ensure GAAP compliance. This role supports the Controller across financial close, technical accounting, internal controls, M&A, and audit readiness, while collaborating closely with operational teams across multiple research sites. The Assistant Controller also mentors accounting team members and serves as a bridge between operations, finance, and executive leadership. This role reports to the Controller, Sr. Director of Finance, and partners cross-functionally with FP&A, Tax, Treasury, and Operations.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Minimum 7+ years in accounting or finance; CPA preferred.
• Experience with data migration, ERP implementations, and working with large data sets in Excel.
• Accounting qualification or relevant work experience is preferable.
• Experience with NetSuite and Power BI is a plus.
• Experience in a start-up environment with agility and tolerance for ambiguity.

Nice To Haves

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Effective communication with team members and stakeholders; excellent oral and written skills.
• Proficient in NetSuite and Office 365; strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong problem-solving, risk assessment, and impact analysis abilities.
• Demonstrated process-improvement experience.
• Flexible; able to multitask and prioritize competing demands.
• Able to think independently and influence when appropriate.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accounting and reporting activities at newly acquired sites to ensure compliance with internal policies, GAAP, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Support tracking of project budgets and expenditures; provide documentation for audits and tax compliance.
• Support system enhancements, ERP optimization, and accounting automation initiatives.
• Partner with FP&A, Tax, Treasury, and Operations to align accounting with business goals.
• Collaborate with project managers and clinical staff to gather and analyze financial data related to ongoing projects.
• Work with Controller on M&A integrations; establish workflow for clean accounting hand-off to Directors post-integration; act as a key stakeholder for newly acquired sites.
• Drive ASC 805 valuation work and data integration.
• Lead tax and audit engagements with the Controller.
• Develop standardized processes surrounding integration work within the month-end close cycle.
• Represent Flourish Research in a professional and courteous manner (verbal, written, and in appearance) when interacting with all staff, clients, and vendors.
• Additional duties as assigned by management.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• 401(k) with 4% match.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Parental leave.
• Referral program.
• Employee assistance program.
• Life insurance.
• Disability insurance.
• 15 days of PTO + 10 company holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree