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Assistant Controller
Job Description:
HITT Contracting is seeking an Assistant Controller to provide professional guidance and support across day-to-day accounting operations and financial reporting. This role involves preparing and reviewing monthly financial statements in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), preparing account reconciliations, maintaining accuracy and completeness of accounting data, and delivering financial results to management. The ideal candidate is a highly motivated self-starter with deep technical accounting expertise, strong leadership skills, and a proven ability to excel in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities
Assist in the preparation and review of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
Support and coordinate the month-end close process, including journal entries, account reconciliations, accruals, and variance analysis
Oversee accounts payable operations, including invoice processing, vendor payments, expense reimbursements, and payment controls
Manage AP workflows to ensure timely, accurate, and compliant processing of vendor invoices
Ensure compliance with GAAP and other applicable regulatory requirements
Help maintain and improve internal controls, accounting policies, and procedures
Assist in developing, maintaining, and improving accounting and accounts payable policies and procedures
Coordinate with external auditors and support audit requests
Manage and develop the general ledger and accounts payable teams
Support system implementations, upgrades, and process automation initiatives
Perform ad hoc financial analysis and special projects as needed
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or MBA strongly preferred
Construction industry experience strongly preferred
7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including supervisory roles with demonstrated leadership and team development skills
Thorough knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (US GAAP) and financial reporting requirements
Strong knowledge of ASC 606 and percentage-of-completion accounting preferred
Experience with ERP/accounting systems and advanced Excel skills
Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities
Strong written and verbal communication skills
High ethical standards, objectivity, and commitment to confidentiality
Adaptable and capable of working in a fast-paced environment
HITT Contracting is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to hiring and developing the most qualified individuals based on job-related experience, skills, and merit. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We value a respectful, inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to succeed. HITT Contracting maintains a drug-free workplace, consistent with applicable local, state, and federal laws.
Numbers & Facts
Location
Falls Church, Virginia
Skills
Accountingunmatched
Accounting Closeunmatched
Accounting Policiesunmatched
Accounting Softwareunmatched
Accounts Payableunmatched
Ad Hoc Financial Modelingunmatched
Analysis Skillsunmatched
Automationunmatched
Billingunmatched
Business Administrationunmatched
Certified Public Accountant (CPA)unmatched
Communication Skillsunmatched
Constructionunmatched
ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning)unmatched
External Auditunmatched
Financeunmatched
Financial Reportingunmatched
Financial Statementsunmatched
General Ledger Accountingunmatched
Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)unmatched
Journal Entriesunmatched
Leadershipunmatched
Maintain Complianceunmatched
Organizational Skillsunmatched
Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
Reconciliationunmatched
Regulatory Requirementsunmatched
Reimbursementunmatched
Systems Administration/Managementunmatched
Team Buildingunmatched
Technical Accountingunmatched
Time Managementunmatched
Variance Analysisunmatched
Writing Skillsunmatched
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