Assistant Controller

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The Assistant Controller manages day-to-day accounting operations including financial reporting, general ledger, technical accounting compliance, and the accounting team. Responsibilities include preparing financial statements, ensuring GAAP compliance, managing multi-entity consolidations, overseeing month-end close processes, applying technical accounting standards (ASC 606, ASC 842, ASC 718), budgeting and forecasting, designing internal controls and SOX compliance, coordinating audits, performing data analysis and applying AI/automation tools to accounting workflows, maintaining accounting systems (NetSuite), leading and mentoring staff, improving processes, overseeing tax filings, and supporting strategic projects such as M&A due diligence. Requires a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, CPA certification, 7-10 years of progressive accounting experience with at least 2 years in management, strong GAAP knowledge, proficiency with ERP systems and Excel, data analysis skills including SQL and BI tools, practical AI experience in finance, and strong leadership and communication skills. Experience with public company readiness and multi-entity, multi-currency environments is preferred.