ASSISTANT CONTROLLER – FULL TIME

Marders • Town of Southampton, NY

2d • $115,000 - $155,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Controller is responsible for the accuracy and timeliness of the company’s financial statements in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). This role leads financial operations, streamlines workflows, manages costing and billing functions, automates manual tasks, and improves business intelligence across departments. It also implements policy, procedural, and technological improvements while supporting strategic financial planning.

The position calls for a hands-on leader with strong technical accounting knowledge and experience in complex, multi-faceted business operations. The Assistant Controller needs a broad understanding of accounting functions and the ability to collaborate across departments to improve financial transparency and performance. This is a full-time, office-based position in Bridgehampton, New York.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5–7 years of progressive accounting and finance experience.
• Experience in multi-faceted business operations and financial management.
• Proficiency in accounting functions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, reconciliations, and departmental reporting.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and internal control standards.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Proven ability to lead process improvements and implement financial technologies.
• Hands-on, detail-oriented, and proactive approach.
• Ability to work cross-functionally with various departments.
• Strong leadership and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in project-based or operationally diverse environments.

Nice To Haves

• CPA preferred but not required.
• ERP/accounting software experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the monthly close process and prepare accurate and timely financial statements.
• Present financial results and host monthly financial review meetings with ownership and senior management.
• Maintain and enhance the financial reporting package to provide actionable insights to departmental leaders.
• Lead the annual budgeting process, including setting the calendar, coordinating departmental inputs, and conducting budget reviews.
• Develop the annual budget and five-year strategic plan in partnership with owners and senior leadership.
• Design, implement, and continuously improve accounting policies and procedures to ensure consistency and accuracy.
• Identify and implement technological solutions to streamline accounting functions and reduce manual processes.
• Manage and provide oversight of accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliations, project profitability reporting, and multi-department profit and loss statements.
• Analyze and monitor job and project costs, materials, and labor to ensure accurate project-level profitability.
• Oversee invoicing processes to ensure accurate and timely billing across departments and projects.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, internal controls, and company policies.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications; salary range of $115,000 to $155,000.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and a 401(k) savings plan with company match.
• Paid time off.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

What This Job Offers

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