Assistant Controller
CBTS
Assistant Controller
Jensen Hughes
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Remote
Location: Remote • Maryland • 🇺🇸 United States
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Mid-LevelSenior
About the role
- Oversee the Corporate Accounting Team of approx. 3 managers and 9 staff/seniors
- Manage a smooth and timely month-end and year-end close process
- Conduct variance analysis between actuals, forecasts, and budgets, providing insights to support decision-making
- Review monthly financial statements prepared in accordance with GAAP
- Drive accurate financial reporting in conjunction with review of balance sheet reconciliations and general ledger transactions
- Assist in managing the annual consolidated audit and assist with international statutory audits
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local tax regulations
- Ensure compliance with international regulations and tax laws
- Monitor cash flow and forecasting activities, while supporting treasury initiatives
- Perform technical accounting activities related to M&A and purchase accounting
- Contribute to M&A diligence reviews and financial integrations
- Assist in intercompany transaction recording and proper elimination at a consolidated level
- Work closely with Accounts Payable, Cash Applications, Project Finance, FP&A, and Payroll functions
- Identify opportunities to improve processes, recommend solutions, and support implementation while ensuring accuracy and compliance
- Maintain compliance with internal controls and accounting standards.
Requirements
- A Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting (CPA strongly preferred, but not required)
- 5–7 years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 2 years in a supervisory role.
- Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and proficiency with MS Office (especially Excel)
- Experience with Deltek Costpoint, foreign currencies, or international accounting is a plus
- Ability to adapt to shifting priorities and deliver high-quality work in a fast-paced environment
- A collaborative spirit, clear communication skills, and a commitment to continuous growth and accuracy.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Professional development opportunities
- Paid time off
- Flexible working hours
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard skills
financial reportingvariance analysisGAAPmonth-end closeyear-end closetechnical accountingM&A accountingbudgetingcash flow forecastingintercompany transactions
Soft skills
collaborationcommunicationadaptabilitydecision-makingprocess improvementaccuracyleadershipproblem-solvingtime managementteam management
Certifications
Bachelor’s degree in FinanceBachelor’s degree in AccountingCPA
