Assistant Controller

AXIUS GROUP LLC • Wichita, KS

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Controller supports the Controller in ensuring accurate, timely, and well-controlled accounting operations, with a primary focus on accounts receivable, accounts payable, cash management, and month-end close activities. This role is highly hands-on and plays a key part in maintaining financial accuracy, strengthening internal controls, and supporting cross-functional operations in a fast-paced, project-based environment.

Requirements

• General accounting principles (GAAP), including general ledger, month-end close, and financial reporting
• Accounts receivable and accounts payable processes, including aging, reconciliations, and cash application
• Cash management, forecasting, and bank reconciliation practices
• Microsoft Excel and ERP/accounting systems
• Internal controls, audit readiness, and compliance practices
• Strong attention to detail with a high level of accuracy and organization
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, hands-on environment
• Analytical thinking with strong problem-solving skills
• Effective communication across accounting, operations, and leadership teams
• Ability to lead, support, and develop team members
• High level of accountability, integrity, and ownership
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required
• 3–5+ years of progressive accounting experience required, with strong exposure to AR/AP processes
• Solid understanding of GAAP and month-end close processes
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with ERP/accounting systems
• U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident
• Candidates "must/may need" to be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance
• Successful candidates must be able to secure Program Access approval

Nice To Haves

• Project-based accounting and percentage-of-completion (POC) concepts (preferred)
• Experience with project-based or percentage-of-completion (POC) accounting preferred
• Experience in manufacturing, aviation, or service-based environments preferred
• Prior supervisory or team lead experience preferred
• CPA, CMA, or progress toward certification is a plus

Responsibilities

• Oversee accounts receivable operations, including billing accuracy, aging review, cash application, collections support, and resolution of discrepancies with internal teams and customers
• Oversee accounts payable processes, including invoice matching, coding, approvals, vendor reconciliation, payment timing, and coordination of disbursements
• Support cash management activities, including cash flow forecasting, bank reconciliations, and monitoring of timing differences and operational cash needs
• Lead and support month-end close activities, including journal entries, accruals, reconciliations, cutoff procedures, and financial reporting
• Assist with project-based accounting activities, including cost tracking, work-in-progress (WIP), and support for percentage-of-completion (POC) calculations as needed
• Strengthen internal controls and accounting processes, identifying inefficiencies and supporting system and workflow improvements
• Provide guidance and day-to-day support to AR/AP team members and serve as backup to the Controller for operational accounting functions
• Partner cross-functionally with operations, customer-facing teams, and leadership to ensure billing accuracy, financial visibility, and timely issue resolution

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level