Assistant Controller

Position Summary

The Assistant Controller will directly manage the Accounts Payable and General Ledger functions and collaborate with the Accounting Manager on Accounts Receivable and Time & Billing. The role will perform the initial review of financial statements, manage month-end and annual close processes, and report to the Director of Accounting. A position is available in Austin, Long Beach, or Dover; remote or hybrid arrangements may apply.

• Directly manage the Accounts Payable (AP) and General Ledger (GL) staff and functions.
• Monitor workflow and quality, provide feedback, and set up training plans for Accounting Operations teams.
• Own month-end and annual closing processes, including reviewing and posting journal entries and account reconciliations.
• Conduct initial review of monthly financial statements for accuracy and completeness.
• Manage workflows and improve processes for better efficiency within 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.
• Final review of 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.
• Additional ad hoc duties and projects as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance with a minimum of 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, including the ability to gather information, conduct analyses, present findings, and create solutions.
• Strong understanding of financial reporting and general ledger structure.
• Superior organizational and follow‑through skills, performing work accurately with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to meet deadlines and effectively prioritize a fast‑paced and varied workload, effectively manage a variety of concurrent and shifting priorities.
• Strong computer skills, including solid skills in the Microsoft Office suite, in particular with Excel, as well as experience using accounting software systems.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, as well as strong leadership and management skills.

Compensation: $109,000 – $147,000 depending on experience. More is possible if experience dictates.

• Increased number of paid holidays per year
• Competitive salaries with continuous review of market conditions
• Flexible working hours and work arrangements
• Remote and hybrid opportunities
• Inclusive workplace with strong professional growth and development opportunities
• 401(k) package with firm profit‑sharing
• Discretionary annual bonuses for eligible positions and CPA bonus plan
• Strong emphasis on quality work‑life integration and dress for your day policy
• Resources of a national firm and opportunities to engage with active Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and affinity groups
• Medical, dental, vision, paid time off, life/disability insurance, commuter flex accounts, and a 401(k)

Novogradac and Company LLP is an equal opportunity employer. Novogradac & Company LLP offers a progressive work environment, competitive pay, and an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, life/disability insurance, commuter flex accounts and a 401(k). Novogradac and Company LLP is an equal opportunity employer. Novogradac’s culture is centered on education, acceptance, innovation and opportunity. We value diversity and respect the different perspectives that each of our employees bring to Novogradac no matter their age, race, religion, gender identity or sexual orientation.

We are committed to creating an equitable and inclusive workplace for our entire workforce.