Assistant Controller

Job Description

Job Description

Assistant Controller - Rockville, MD

Beacon Hill Financial is partnering with a growing organization in Rockville, MD, seeking an Assistant Controller to join their accounting team. This full-time, on-site role will play a key part in supporting the Controller with daily accounting operations, financial reporting accuracy, and maintaining robust internal controls. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical accounting expertise, prior construction industry experience, and a proactive, detail-driven work style.

Responsibilities :

Support the month-end close process by preparing journal entries, accruals, deferrals, and variance analyses

Maintain and reconcile general ledger and subsidiary accounts to ensure accuracy and timeliness

Perform monthly bank reconciliations, cash entries, and balance sheet account reconciliations

Prepare and analyze monthly financial statements, identifying trends and variances against budget

Oversee and maintain fixed asset schedules, including additions, disposals, and depreciation

Record inventory and cost adjustments following periodic physical counts

Assist with accounts receivable, payroll, and benefits-related journal entries to ensure complete and accurate reporting

Prepare documentation and schedules to support annual audits and liaise with external auditors

Monitor sales and use tax filings to ensure compliance and timely submissions

Collaborate on updating and enhancing accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls

Review and analyze job cost data, providing financial insights and custom analyses for management

Participate in ad hoc projects and provide financial support to the Controller and senior leadership team

Preferred Qualifications :

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline

Prior experience in the construction industry

Familiarity with Spectrum or Viewpoint accounting software

Strong knowledge of GAAP and internal control principles

Excellent attention to detail and analytical problem-solving skills

Proficient in Microsoft Excel and general accounting software systems

Strong communication skills with a collaborative, team-oriented mindset

Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment

Beacon Hill is an equal opportunity employer and individuals with disabilities and / or protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

California residents : Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

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Company Profile :

Founded by industry leaders to set a new standard in search, career placement and flexible staffing, we deliver coordinated staffing solutions with unparalleled service, a commitment to project completion and success and a passion for innovation, creativity and continuous improvement.

Our niche brands offer a complete suite of staffing services to emerging growth companies and the Fortune 500 across market sectors, career specialties / disciplines and industries. Over time, office locations, specialty practice areas and service offerings will be added to address ever changing constituent needs.

Learn more about Beacon Hill and our specialty divisions, Beacon Hill Associates, Beacon Hill Financial, Beacon Hill HR, Beacon Hill Legal, Beacon Hill Life Sciences and Beacon Hill Technologies by visiting www.bhsg.com.

Benefits Information :

Beacon Hill offers a robust benefit package including, but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, and federal and state leave programs as required by applicable agency regulations to those that meet eligibility. Upon successfully being hired, details will be provided related to our benefit offerings.

We look forward to working with you.

Beacon Hill. Employing the Future™