Assistant Controller (Hybrid - Atlanta, GA)

Progressive Leasing•Atlanta, GA

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

Progressive Leasing is a leading provider of in-store and e-commerce lease-to-own solutions. This role is an Assistant Controller position at Purchasing Power, a subsidiary of PROG Holdings. The Assistant Controller will lead accounting operations and develop the accounting team. This role oversees the financial close cycle, manages an Accounting Manager and an AP Manager (each with direct reports), drives internal controls and audit readiness, and champions process automation and ERP excellence across the accounting function.

Requirements

CPA with 13+ years of progressive experience, including a mix of Big 4/ professional services and publicly traded fintech of SAAS company experience.
Expert-level knowledge of US GAAP and SOX compliance, with hands-on experience leading monthly book close processes and preparing audit-ready deliverables.
Minimum 4+ years of direct people management experience, with a demonstrated ability to lead and develop accounting staff, including managers.
Exceptional cross-functional collaboration and problem-solving skills, with the ability to scale processes in a fast-paced environment.
Proven track record of identifying and implementing process improvements that increased close efficiency, reduced errors, or improved reporting accuracy in a multi-entity environment.
Large ERP experience required (NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, or similar).
Advanced Excel proficiency.
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required.

Nice To Haves

Workday Financials preferred.
Experience managing ERP enhancements or migrations a plus.
Familiarity with AI-powered accounting tools, intelligent automation platforms, or data analytics solutions, with a curiosity and willingness to evaluate and implement emerging technologies that drive efficiency across the accounting function.
Experience with close management platforms (e.g., BlackLine, FloQast) a plus.
Master's or MBA a plus.

Responsibilities

Mentor and manage accounting teams, including an Accounting Manager (4 direct reports) and an AP Manager (4 direct reports), totaling 10+ indirect reports.
Set clear performance expectations, provide ongoing coaching, and foster a culture of continuous improvement and accountability within the team.
Liaise with the Controller and the PROG Internal Controls team to design, implement, and monitor robust internal financial controls to ensure integrity and accuracy across all financial reporting.
Act as the primary liaison with external auditors for annual financial audits, owning evidence packages and managing audit deliverables, end-to-end.
Ensure compliance with US GAAP; research complex accounting topics, draft technical accounting memos, and document accounting policies for issues such as revenue recognition.
Oversee ERP system enhancements or migrations (e.g., Workday, Oracle, SAP), ensuring smooth transitions and adoption across the accounting function.
Evaluate and implement AI-powered tools and intelligent automation solutions to streamline accounting workflows, reduce manual effort, and enhance the accuracy and speed of financial reporting.
Drive automation initiatives to improve reporting efficiency, reduce manual effort, and accelerate close timelines.
Serve as backup to the Controller for Treasury functions as needed, including releasing payments and other cash management activities, ensuring continuity of financial operations.