Assistant Financial Controller
About The Position
The Assistant Financial Controller supports the Financial Controller in leading the organization’s accounting, financial reporting, tax, audit, compliance, and finance operations functions. The role ensures the accuracy and integrity of financial information, maintains a strong internal control environment, supports strategic business initiatives, and drives continuous process improvement. As a member of the Finance leadership team, the Assistant Financial Controller oversees core accounting activities, supports regulatory and statutory compliance, coordinates audit and tax matters, and leads finance transformation projects. The position partners with Finance, Operations, Human Resources, Information Technology, and other functional areas to improve processes, strengthen controls, and enhance organizational performance. The role leads month-, quarter-, and year-end closing cycles; coordinates tax returns, tax provisions, and deferred tax accounting with external advisors; serves as the primary contact for external auditors; oversees day-to-day financial activities across the General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Fixed Assets, and Treasury; and leads business transformation projects while coaching and developing accounting staff.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related discipline.
- Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, financial reporting, and accounting controls.
- Experience managing month-end close, reconciliations, and financial statement preparation.
- Demonstrated experience coordinating audits and supporting tax compliance activities.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial systems.
- Proven project management and process improvement experience.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Nice To Haves
- Five to ten years of progressive accounting and financial reporting experience.
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation.
- Experience in insurance, reinsurance, financial services, or a highly regulated industry.
- FinOp credentials: FINRA Series 27 and/or Series 28, or Operations Professional FINRA Series 99.
- Experience with ERP implementations, finance transformation, and system integration projects.
- Knowledge of SOX compliance, internal controls, and regulatory reporting requirements.
- Experience with financial reporting and analytics tools such as Workday, Power BI, Qlik, Infor Q&A, or similar platforms.
Responsibilities
- Lead month-, quarter-, and year-end closing cycles and deliver accurate, timely financial statements in compliance with U.S. GAAP and corporate policies.
- Coordinate the preparation, review, and filing of federal, state, and international tax returns; manage tax provision calculations and deferred tax accounting alongside external advisors.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for external auditors.
- Develop, implement, and monitor internal controls to safeguard company assets.
- Provide strategic oversight of day-to-day financial activities across the General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Fixed Assets, and Treasury.
- Drive business transformation and finance projects.
- Coach, mentor, and develop accounting staff.
- Partner with Finance, Operations, Human Resources, Information Technology, and other functional areas to improve processes, strengthen controls, and enhance organizational performance.
Benefits
- Health and welfare benefits
- Paid time off
- 401K savings and other retirement programs
- Employee assistance programs
- May be eligible for performance-based incentives
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
