Assistant Controller

Position Summary

The Assistant Controller will be responsible for the direct management of the Accounts Payable and General Ledger functions and will collaborate with the Accounting Manager on the Accounts Receivable and Time & Billing functions. Additionally, this position will perform the initial review of the financial statements and manage the month‑end and annual close processes to ensure accuracy, compliance, and timely reporting.

This role reports to the Director of Accounting. The firm has one available position in either Austin, TX;
Long Beach, CA; or Dover, OH. Some positions may be open to remote or hybrid work arrangements depending on business needs.

• Directly manage Accounts Payable and General Ledger staff and functions.
• Monitor workflow and quality of work, provide feedback, and develop training plans for the Accounting Operations teams.
• Own the month‑end and annual closing processes, including reviewing and posting journal entries and account reconciliations.
• Conduct initial review of the monthly financial statements for accuracy and completeness.
• Manage and improve process workflows for financial statement and accounts payable processes.
• Implement accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls; evaluate and streamline processes to improve efficiency and compliance.
• Review fixed‑assets depreciation and capitalization schedules.
• Manage cash and treasury‑related activities, including weekly cash‑flow forecasting, monitoring bank activity, and uploading electronic and check payments and disbursements.
• Finalize vendor invoice payments and credit card statement reconciliations.
• Monitor the AP team’s adherence to vendor contract terms.
• Maintain updates and configuration changes related to the company’s ERP system and support finance‑department software and process‑improvement initiatives.
• Perform additional ad‑hoc duties and projects as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance plus 7–10 years of progressively responsible accounting or finance experience, including 3–5 years in a supervisory or managerial role.
• CPA license and experience working in a professional services firm.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to conduct analyses, present findings, and create solutions.
• Strong understanding of financial reporting and general ledger structure.
• Superior organizational and follow‑through skills; strong attention to detail.
• Ability to meet deadlines and effectively prioritize a fast‑paced, varied workload.
• Strong computer skills, particularly with the Microsoft Office suite, especially Excel, and experience using accounting software systems.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and strong leadership and management skills.

Novogradac is committed to fostering a welcoming workplace where all employees feel valued and empowered to grow. We offer a supportive, balanced work environment that encourages professional growth and well‑being.

• Increased number of paid holidays per year.
• Competitive salaries with continuous review of market conditions.
• Flexible working hours and arrangements, including remote and hybrid opportunities.
• Inclusive workplace with strong professional growth and development opportunities.
• Competitive benefits package, 401(k) with firm profit‑sharing, discretionary annual bonuses, CPA bonus plan.
• Dress‑for‑your‑day policy.
• Resources of a national firm and Employee Resource Group opportunities.

$111,000 – $150,000 depending on experience. More is possible if experience dictates.

Novogradac is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to ensuring a fair and inclusive recruitment process, providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities or special needs throughout the application process.