Assistant Controller

BearCom•Garland, TX

24d•Remote

About The Position

The Assistant Controller will take ownership of the accuracy and timeliness of the company's General Ledger, reporting directly to the VP of Finance and working closely with FP&A, Tax, and other members of the extended leadership team. The role supports the VP of Finance in overseeing financial operations and ensuring accurate reporting, compliance, and operational efficiency. It is suited to a detail-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys cross-functional collaboration, systems integration, and process optimization. The position leads senior accountants and accounting managers in daily and month-end work, oversees General Ledger functions and controls, and ensures timely monthly and year-end close processes, including consolidation of a global chart of accounts. It also supports financial reporting, audits, budgeting and forecasting, acquisition integration, process improvements, and the maintenance and improvement of financial systems and reporting tools.

Requirements

CPA certification required.
Strong understanding of GAAP.
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
At least 10 years of experience in accounting or finance roles, focused on financial reporting and compliance.
Proficiency in accounting software and advanced Excel skills.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Proactive, results-driven mindset and a strong sense of ownership.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to build positive relationships and work effectively across departments.

Nice To Haves

Strong preference for experience with JDE and NetSuite.

Responsibilities

Lead a team of senior accountants and accounting managers in daily and month-end accounting tasks, ensuring compliance with GAAP, including ASC 842, 810, 805, 606, and 326.
Own General Ledger functions, including oversight and controls of journal entry posting, balance sheet reconciliations, and other General Ledger activities.
Ensure timely and accurate monthly and year-end closing processes, including consolidation of a global chart of accounts.
Mentor and support accounting staff and participate in training and development initiatives.
Assist in preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in compliance with GAAP.
Review and analyze financial data, identify trends and variances, and provide insights for decision-making.
Support the VP of Finance in ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and internal controls.
Help coordinate internal and external audits, including preparation of required documentation.
Identify opportunities to improve processes within finance and accounting and implement best practices for financial management and reporting.
Participate in the financial integration of acquisitions.
Collaborate in developing annual budgets and periodic forecasts, and monitor spending and provide variance analysis to management.
Assist in maintaining and improving financial systems and reporting tools, collaborating with IT and other departments to support data integrity and system efficiency.