Assitant Controller

About the role

Are you an accounting professional looking to take the next step in your career? A successful and established company with more than 20 years of operational excellence is seeking an Assistant Controller to support financial operations and help drive organizational success. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated Assistant Controller to work closely with senior management, strengthen internal processes, and contribute to strategic financial initiatives. Located in the heart of Atlanta, this organization is known for its strong values, supportive culture, and commitment to professional development. As an Assistant Controller, you'll play a key role in overseeing accounting operations, financial reporting, and process improvements while partnering with leadership to support continued growth.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and management reports.
• Support month-end and year-end close activities, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analysis.
• Oversee and support AP, AR, payroll, fixed assets, and general ledger activities.
• Assist in maintaining and improving accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Coordinate schedules and documentation for external auditors and compliance reviews.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis to support leadership decision-making.
• Mentor accounting staff and provide guidance on daily accounting activities and best practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• CPA certification or CPA track preferred.
• 3+ years of progressive accounting experience, including supervisory responsibilities.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting requirements.
• Experience with month-end close, reconciliations, and financial statement preparation.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across departments and support leadership initiatives as an Assistant Controller.

Benefits

• Career growth – valuable leadership experience and a path to future Controller.
• Meaningful impact – work directly with senior leadership on financial reporting and strategic initiatives.
• Work‑life balance – generous PTO and a collaborative work environment.
• Comprehensive benefits – competitive healthcare coverage, 401(k) with company match, and additional employee benefits.
• Professional development – organization invests in employee growth and advancement.