Assistant Controller
As an Assistant Controller, you will be instrumental in establishing a robust and scalable finance and accounting function from the ground up. This role requires a proactive individual who thrives in ambiguity and is eager to develop processes that align with the business's growth.
Responsibilities
- Support the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process, including journal entries, reconciliations, and financial statement preparation.
- Assist with maintaining the general ledger in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
- Prepare and review balance sheet reconciliations and supporting schedules.
- Help implement and document accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
- Support external audits, tax filings, and other compliance-related requests.
- Assist with ad hoc financial analysis and management reporting.
- Process and oversee accounts payable, including invoice review, coding, approval workflows, and timely vendor payments.
- Manage accounts receivable operations, including customer invoicing, cash application, collections monitoring, and reconciliation of AR balances.
- Oversee end-to-end payroll processing in coordination with third-party payroll providers.
- Assist with administration of employee benefits programs, including health, dental, vision, retirement plans, and other fringe benefits.
Essential Skills
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting.7-8+ years of progressive accounting experience; public accounting experience is a plus.Prior experience in a manufacturing environment.Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and operational accounting.Hands-on experience with payroll processing and benefits administration.Experience working with accounting systems.Advanced Excel skills; comfort working with large data sets and reconciliations.Strong attention to detail with the ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.Additional Skills & Qualifications
CPA or CPA-eligible.Experience in a high-growth, startup, or manufacturing environment.Exposure to equity compensation, multi-state payroll, or benefits scaling.Experience helping build or improve accounting processes and controls.Detail-oriented and proactive.Experience with Quickbooks, RAMP, Bill.com is advantageous.Work Environment
The work environment involves close collaboration with operations to support cost-driven, capital-intensive activities. The role demands a dynamic approach, open to wearing many hats and managing diverse tasks within a fast-paced setting. Dress code is business casual, and familiarity with accounting systems is essential.
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Raleigh, NC.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $100000.00 - $100000.00 / yr.
Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off / Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully remote position.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Feb 20, 2026.