Assistant Controller

Assistant Controller Description We are looking for an experienced Assistant Controller to join a contract engagement supporting a growing engineering and manufacturing organization in Severn, Maryland. This role is ideal for a hands-on, detail-oriented accounting specialist who can bring structure, accuracy, and follow-through to a complex environment while partnering closely with leadership on critical financial operations. The position focuses on strengthening core accounting processes, supporting reliable financial reporting, and helping the team maintain momentum during a period of operational change.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Manage general ledger activity, including account reconciliations, journal entries, and review of balance sheet integrity.
• ASC 606 guidance and percentage-of-completion accounting principles to revenue recognition activities.
• Partner with finance leadership to improve accounting workflows, reinforce internal controls, and increase consistency across procedures.
• Support audit readiness by organizing financial documentation, resolving discrepancies, and strengthening reporting accuracy.
• Assist with integration-related accounting activities and help align processes within a changing organizational structure.
• Work onsite with cross-functional stakeholders to address accounting issues, prioritize deliverables, and stabilize day-to-day operations.
• Use Sage 300 to maintain financial records, monitor transactions, and support reporting requirements. Requirements
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including work in a senior accounting or assistant controller capacity.
• Strong expertise in general ledger management and full-cycle month-end close.
• Demonstrated knowledge of ASC 606 and percentage-of-completion revenue recognition.
• Experience working in manufacturing, engineering, or other project-based business environments.
• Proficiency with Sage 300 or comparable ERP/accounting systems.
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced setting with evolving processes and limited structure.
• Prior exposure to acquisition integration or post-acquisition accounting environments is preferred.

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