Assistant Controller (Contract)

An established organisation is seeking an Assistant Controller to oversee core financial operations and strengthen reporting practices during a period of system implementation and team transition. Reporting to the Controller, this role plays a crucial part in driving financial accuracy and accountability across the general ledger and accounts payable functions, directly supporting reliable reporting and sound decision-making. The position offers a hybrid setup based in Franklin, MA, with full remote also under consideration for the right candidate. This is a benefits-eligible contract position running through the end of 2026, working Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Proven experience as an Assistant Controller, Senior Accountant, or in a similar accounting leadership role Strong ownership of general ledger and accounts payable processes, with support across accounts receivable Expertise in financial statement preparation, audit participation, and month-end close Comfort working across a multi-system finance environment, including P2P (Medius), TMS (Baynon), financial reporting (Prophix), Salesforce integrations, and a WMS implementation Familiarity with GAAP, state and federal accounting compliance, and financial controls This is a contract position with a focus on driving operational excellence through a key implementation and a team transition (a current team member departs July 31st). If you are a detail-driven accounting professional who thrives in a multi-system environment and wants to make a meaningful impact, consider applying. This role offers the chance to shape financial operations in a supportive environment.