Assistant Controller

Latitude

Rockville, Maryland

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$75,000–$90,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Accounting, Accounting Close, Accounting Policies, Accounting Software, Accounts Receivable, Analysis Skills, Budget Reporting, Cash Management, Communication Skills, Construction, Data Quality, Depreciation, Documentation, External Audit, Finance, Financial Analysis, Financial Control, Financial Regulations, Financial Reporting, Fixed Asset Management, General Ledger Accounting, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Internal Audit, Journal Entries, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Operational Support, Organizational Skills, Policy Development, Procedure Development, Reconciliation, Regulatory Requirements, Reporting Skills, Strategic Planning, Tax Regulations, Team Player, Variance Analysis
LOCATION
Rockville, Maryland
POSTED
30+ days ago
About the Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced Assistant Controller to join our finance team. This role is integral to ensuring accurate financial reporting, overseeing accounting operations, and supporting leadership in maintaining compliance, internal controls, and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and support month-end and year-end close processes, including journal entries, accruals, and deferrals
  • Oversee maintenance of the general ledger and subsidiary ledgers
  • Review reconciliations to ensure accuracy and integrity of financial data
  • Analyze monthly financial statements and prepare management reports, including budget-to-actual variance analysis
  • Oversee cash management entries and account reconciliations
  • Maintain fixed asset schedules and ensure proper recording of depreciation
  • Review adjustments to inventory or other operational accounts as needed
  • Assist in oversight of Accounts Receivable and Payroll functions to ensure proper controls and accurate reporting
  • Prepare and review benefit-related journal entries
  • Support internal and external audits by compiling and reviewing required documentation
  • Ensure compliance with applicable tax, financial, and regulatory requirements
  • Assist in developing, implementing, and improving accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls
  • Prepare custom reports and analyses as requested by leadership
  • Partner with the Controller and CFO on special projects and strategic initiatives

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required
  • Minimum of 5+ years of progressive accounting experience
  • Strong understanding of GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications
  • Experience with accounting software platforms is highly preferred
  • Strong analytical, leadership, and organizational skills
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate across departments
  • Construction Accounting is a plus
  • Authorized to work in the United States
$75,000 - $90,000 a year

About the Company

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Latitude

The Latitude Group has been connecting clients and candidates since 2002. Our focus on relationship building has earned us a reputation that we are proud of, and we are eager to welcome you to our network.

We're all about finding the right fit to advance your career. We find out what interests you and relentlessly work to connect you to an opportunity that aligns with your interests. For us, it’s not just about filling a job. We invest in you. We focus on the fit factor and customize our approach. In the end, our mission is to become your trusted advisor.

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INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
FOUNDED
2002
WEBSITE
http://latitude-group.com/