Assistant Controller

Assistant Controller Job Description

As an assistant controller, you will be responsible for supporting the building of a scaled, disciplined finance and accounting function from the ground up. We’re looking for someone comfortable rolling up their sleeves, operating in ambiguity, and helping build processes that can scale with the business.

• Support the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process, including journal entries, reconciliations, and financial statement preparation
• Assist with maintaining the general ledger in accordance with U.S. GAAP
• Prepare and review balance sheet reconciliations and supporting schedules
• Help implement and document accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls
• Support external audits, tax filings, and other compliance-related requests
• Assist with ad hoc financial analysis and management reporting
• Process and oversee accounts payable, including invoice review, coding, approval workflows, and timely vendor payments
• Manage accounts receivable operations, including customer invoicing, cash application, collections monitoring, and reconciliation of AR balances
• Oversee end-to-end payroll processing in coordination with third-party payroll providers
• Assist with the administration of employee benefits programs, including health, dental, vision, retirement plans, and other fringe benefits

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting.
• 7-8+ years of progressive accounting experience; public accounting experience is a plus.
• Prior experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and operational accounting.
• Hands‑on experience with payroll processing and benefits administration.
• Experience working with accounting systems.
• Advanced Excel skills; comfort working with large data sets and reconciliations.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.

• CPA or CPA‑eligible.
• Experience in a high‑growth, startup, or manufacturing environment.
• Exposure to equity compensation, multi‑state payroll, or benefits scaling.
• Experience helping build or improve accounting processes and controls.
• Detail‑oriented and proactive.
• Experience with Quick Books, RAMP, and  is advantageous.

This is a Permanent position based out of Durham, NC.

The pay range for this position is $100000.00 - $100000.00/yr.

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long‑term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a hybrid position in Durham,NC.

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 23, 2026.

Aston Carter provides world‑class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry‑leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence.

With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a Clearly Rated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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