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Aston Carter
Assistant Controller
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An Assistant Controller assists the controller in managing the cash flows and financial activities of an organization. Assists in the development of budgets, regulatory and tax compliance, staff development and other accounting and financial duties.
$155,188 / year median in the U.S.
+4% projected growth
Job Description
Assistant Controller (100% Remote
- Eastern or Central Time Zones) Lead Accounting Operations.
U.S. GAAP.
+ Manage consolidated financial reporting and complex intercompany accounting activities. + Lead, mentor, and develop a team of accounting professionals. + Partner with finance leadership to provide meaningful financial insights and support business decisions. + Support SOX compliance initiatives and maintain strong internal controls. + Manage external audit activities and serve as a key liaison to auditors. + Review and approve journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statement packages. + Drive process improvements to increase efficiency, strengthen controls, and enhance reporting capabilities. + Collaborate cross-functionally with teams across operations, finance, and leadership. Qualifications + Bachelor's degree in Accounting required. + Active CPA license required. + 10+ years of progressive accounting and financial reporting experience. + Strong background in consolidations, intercompany accounting, and multi-entity environments. + Experience within a publicly traded manufacturing organization. + Proven leadership experience managing accounting teams of six or more professionals. + Deep knowledge of U.S. GAAP, financial reporting, and controllership functions. + Experience supporting SOX compliance and external audits. + Advanced Excel skills including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs, and SUMIFS. + Experience with large ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, Microsoft Dynamics, Sage, or Workday. Preferred Qualifications + SAP experience highly preferred. + Experience supporting organizations with $1B+ in annual revenue. + background in manufacturing, industrial, or related sectors. + Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills. + Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with accelerated close timelines. Work Environment This position is fully remote, allowing you to work from anywhere within the Eastern or Central time zones. While remote, you'll remain highly connected to accounting and finance leadership through a collaborative virtual environment. Standard working hours align with Eastern Time, and the role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact without the need for daily commuting. If you're looking for a strategic leadership opportunity that combines technical accounting expertise, team leadership, and the flexibility of a fully remote work environment, we'd love to hear from you. Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of Reading, PA. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $140000.00- $140000.00/yr. Generous Time Off
- 3+ weeks of paid time off, plus 11 paid holidays Comprehensive Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents at a discounted rate Financial & Career Growth
- Life insurance, short-term disability, educational reimbursement, flexible spending accounts, and an employee stock purchase plan 401(k) Matching
- 100% match at a 6% contribution level Innovative Culture
- We value excellence, teamwork, and long-term relationships with stakeholders, colleagues, and customers.