Assistant Controller

Ledgent Finance & Accounting
  • Hanover, Maryland
  • $90,000–$95,000
30+ days ago

Job Description

Role Overview

The Assistant Controller/Accounting Manager will support the accounting function during a period of growth and systems transformation. This role partners closely with senior leadership to enhance processes, support system implementations, and ensure accurate financial reporting. The position offers strong growth potential, including advancement into senior leadership roles.

Key Responsibilities

Support and assist with major system implementations, including:

ERP system implementation and optimization

Payroll system transition and integration

Oversee and perform core accounting functions, including:

Month‑end close activities

Fixed assets and depreciation

Intercompany accounting and reconciliations

General ledger review and financial analysis

Assist with construction accounting activities, including job cost support and reporting

Manage, mentor, and develop accounting staff

Partner with the CFO on:

Process improvement initiatives

Strengthening accounting controls and accounting infrastructure

Assist with system documentation, testing, and post‑implementation improvements

Experience & Qualifications

Accounting experience in construction, manufacturing, or other project‑based environments strongly preferred

ERP implementation experience highly desirable

Exposure to Sage Intacct, NetSuite, SAP, or similar systems is a plus

Payroll system experience or implementation exposure is beneficial

Senior Accountants ready to step into a leadership role are encouraged to apply

Strong leadership, communication, and problem‑solving skills

Ability to thrive in a hands‑on, evolving environment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field preferred

Degree requirement may be waived for candidates with significant relevant experience

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.

Numbers & Facts

LocationHanover, Maryland
Salary$90,000–$95,000

Skills

  • Accountingunmatched
  • Accounting Closeunmatched
  • Communication Skillsunmatched
  • Constructionunmatched
  • Cost Reportingunmatched
  • County Ordinancesunmatched
  • Documentationunmatched
  • ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning)unmatched
  • Financial Analysisunmatched
  • Financial Reportingunmatched
  • General Ledger Accountingunmatched
  • Leadershipunmatched
  • Manufacturingunmatched
  • Mentoringunmatched
  • NetSuiteunmatched
  • Payroll Software/Servicesunmatched
  • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
  • Process Improvementunmatched
  • Reconciliationunmatched
  • SAPunmatched
  • State Laws and Regulationsunmatched
  • System Integration (SI)unmatched
  • System Testunmatched

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