Assistant Controller

Aston Carter

5d•$105,000 - $115,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Controller will play a critical role in supporting financial reporting, budgeting, auditing, and operational finance processes across multiple divisions and locations. This role requires a proactive individual with strong analytical skills and the ability to communicate financial risks and opportunities effectively to senior management.

Requirements

Strong knowledge of GAAP and GAAP reporting.
Technology familiarity and fluency.
5-7 years of managerial accounting/finance experience, preferably in distribution or multi-location settings.
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
Proficiency with ERP systems and advanced Excel capabilities.
Excellent analytical, communication, and leadership skills.

Nice To Haves

CPA preferred but not required.
Open to experience from any industry, with a preference for AEC industry experience.

Responsibilities

Assist in monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes across multiple divisions and locations.
Prepare journal entries, reconciliations, and financial statement components.
Support the preparation of management reports.
Assist in the preparation of the annual budgeting process and ongoing forecasting cycles.
Support detailed variance analyses and provide strategic recommendations.
Communicate risks and opportunities to senior management.
Support external audits and respond to audit requests.
Assist with internal control maintenance and policy updates.
Support audit readiness in a private-equity-backed environment, including lender reporting and covenant compliance support.
Assist with the development and maintenance of scalable internal controls and financial policies.
Support inventory management, job costing, and ad hoc analysis in support of the sales team and project managers.
Assist in the AR and AP processes and help manage the cash flow of the business.
Identify opportunities for process optimization, automation, and system improvements.
Contribute to system upgrades and automation consistent with the mandates of private equity sponsors.
Partner with leadership to improve financial visibility, discipline, and accountability across a growing multi-location business.
Support initiatives driven by private equity ownership, including system enhancements, reporting standardization, and margin improvement efforts.