Assistant Controller

Andrews & Cole is partnering with a highly profitable growing organization to add an Assistant Controller to their team. In this newly created role, you’ll have a direct impact on the business with a path to a future Controller role. Great team of low ego, smart individuals who work together collaboratively. Hybrid schedule with 3-4 days onsite in Loudon County. The Assistant Controller will lead a team of local and remote direct reports. The remote team manages most daily transactions and month-end close reporting, making clear, consistent communication across the company essential to success. Responsibilities:Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes.Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and analysis of variances.Establish, maintain, and evaluate internal controls and accounting procedures.Review financial statements along with the related supporting schedules.Supervise, review work completed by, and mentor accounting staff.Lead coordination of the annual financial statement audit and submission of required documentation.Prepare lender reporting packages and certificates demonstrating compliance with debt covenants.Oversee cash flow forecasting, including forecasts for capital expenditures.Manage market-level P&Ls and the associated balance sheet accounts.Contribute to financial systems enhancements and process automation efforts.Lead fixed asset accounting for the network asset base, covering construction in progress, capitalized interest, unit-of-property assessments, depreciation policy, and asset retirement obligations.Oversee the sales-type lease business line, including lessor accounting in accordance with ASC 842.Manage revenue recognition and deferred revenue associated with long-term IRU and lease agreements.Assist with quarterly REIT compliance testing, including income and asset tests, distribution requirements, TRS limitations, and calculation of the dividends-paid deduction.Maintain the multi-state tax compliance calendar for every jurisdiction in which the company does business.Prepare apportionment, gross receipts, and other supporting schedules for external tax advisors, and review the resulting returns.Oversee property tax filings, assessment reviews, and support for appeals.Oversee sales and use tax accruals, exemption certificates, and registrations.Address state and local tax notices, audits, registrations, and withdrawals.Coordinate 1099 filings and other information-reporting requirements. Qualifications:BS/BA and CPA required.5-8+ years of progressive accounting experience.Combination of public accounting and corporate accounting experience preferred.Experience in REITs, real estate, telecommunications, or another capital-intensive infrastructure sector strongly preferred.Hands-on experience applying lessor accounting guidance under ASC 842 preferred.Experience managing tax compliance across multiple states preferred.Prior supervisory experience preferred.Thorough understanding of GAAP and financial reporting requirements.Working knowledge of REIT compliance requirements.Advanced proficiency in Excel and financial modeling.Experience working in multiple ERP platforms, such as QuickBooks, NetSuite, and Sage Intacct.Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.Consistently demonstrates a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and lead others.Comfortable working on a lean team in a role that combines technical accounting responsibilities with hands-on execution. Final offers take into account experience, education, training, and other business and market factors. Candidates with broader or more specialized experience may be considered at a different level, which may impact the compensation package offered.