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Assistant Controller

Assistant Controller

Aston Carter • Raleigh, NC, US
1 day ago
Job type
  • Permanent
Job description

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.

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