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Assistant Controller
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Robert Half
Norwood, MA (In Person)
Full-Time
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We are looking for an experienced Assistant Controller to join a fast-paced finance team on a Contract basis in Norwood, Massachusetts. This role will provide hands-on accounting and compliance support across daily operations while helping the organization manage a high volume of financial activity. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, thrives in a busy environment, and can work independently with precision and sound judgment.
Responsibilities:
- Manage sales tax filing activities and help maintain accurate multi-state tax compliance.
- Oversee inventory-related accounting processes and ensure transactions are recorded correctly in the general ledger.
- Support day-to-day accounting operations, including purchase order reconciliation and other high-volume financial tasks.
- Perform bank and credit card reconciliations to maintain the accuracy and completeness of financial records.
- Assist with month-end close activities, financial reporting, and audit preparation.
- Research tax regulations, licensing requirements, and compliance matters to support ongoing business needs, including state-level readiness efforts.
- Provide additional accounting support to leadership and help relieve workload across the finance team during a critical period.
- Work within Sage Intacct to maintain records, analyze activity, and improve reporting accuracy.