Assistant Controller

About the role

The Assistant Controller will partner closely with the Controller to oversee financial reporting, strengthen accounting processes, and provide meaningful insights to senior leadership. The role requires strong technical accounting knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to guide a team while maintaining accuracy, compliance, and operational efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the Controller to drive monthly, quarterly, and year-end close activities, ensuring deadlines are met and results are accurate.
• Prepare and evaluate journal entries, detailed account reconciliations, and supporting schedules for financial reporting.
• Auxiliary in producing timely financial statements that align with U.S. GAAP and internal reporting expectations.
• Analyze accounting issues, communicate findings clearly, and work cross-functionally to resolve operational and financial discrepancies.
• Review sales and use tax filings to support complete and accurate quarterly and annual submissions.
• Carefully organize audit readiness efforts by preparing documentation, schedules, and serving as a key contact during internal and external audits.
• Help maintain adherence to accounting standards, company policies, and internal control requirements across finance activities.
• Identify ways to improve reporting speed and quality by applying data analysis, process enhancements, and financial technology tools.
• Supervise, coach, and develop accounting team members through performance feedback, training, and goal setting.
• Safeguard sensitive financial information and uphold confidentiality in all areas of responsibility.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Accounting or Finance from an accredited institution.
• At least 6 years of progressively responsible experience in accounting or finance roles.
• Prior experience leading or supervising accounting staff, with the ability to mentor and support team development.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and core financial reporting practices.
• CPA designation, whether active or inactive, is preferred but not required.
• Background in construction accounting is advantageous.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and solid working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work independently and manage priorities effectively.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Accounting or Finance from an accredited institution.
• At least 6 years of progressively responsible experience in accounting or finance roles.
• Prior experience leading or supervising accounting staff, with the ability to mentor and support team development.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and core financial reporting practices.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and solid working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work independently and manage priorities effectively.

Skills

• Strong technical accounting knowledge.
• Sound judgment.
• Ability to guide a team while maintaining accuracy, compliance, and operational efficiency.
• Experience in accounting and finance roles.
• Leadership and mentoring skills.
• Knowledge of U.S. GAAP and core financial reporting practices.
• Microsoft Excel proficiency.
• Communication and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

Robert Half offers competitive compensation and benefits, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. For more information, visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net.

Pay

$135,000 - $170,000 USD Per Yearly

Schedule

Ongoing

Location

Irvine, CA

Employment Type

Permanent / Full Time

Application Deadline

TBD

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