Assistant Controller

In this newly created role, the Assistant Controller will serve as a highly visible player-coach for this rapidly growing, Best Places to Work company in Northern VA, reporting to the Controller with significant interface with the VP and CFO.

Responsibilities:

• Manage, mentor and coach a team of 6-8 managers and accountants
• 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 analyses 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