Assistant Controller

An established organisation is seeking an Assistant Controller to oversee core financial operations and strengthen reporting practices during a period of system implementation and team transition. Reporting to the Controller, this role plays a crucial part in driving financial accuracy and accountability across the general ledger and accounts payable functions, directly supporting reliable reporting and sound decision‑making. The position offers a hybrid set‑up based in Franklin, MA, with full remote also under consideration for the right candidate.

This is a benefits‑eligible contract position running through the end of 2026, working Monday through Friday, 8:00AM to 5:00PM.

• Oversee core financial operations and strengthen reporting practices during system implementation and team transition.
• Support reliable reporting and sound decision‑making across the general ledger and accounts payable functions.
• Partner with the Controller to ensure financial accuracy and accountability.

• Proven experience as an Assistant Controller, Senior Accountant, or in a similar accounting leadership role.
• Strong ownership of general ledger and accounts payable processes, with support across accounts receivable.
• Expertise in financial statement preparation, audit participation, and month‑end close.
• Comfort working across a multi‑system finance environment, including P2P (Medius), TMS (Baynon), financial reporting (Prophix), Salesforce integrations, and a WMS implementation.
• Familiarity with GAAP, state and federal accounting compliance, and financial controls.

In addition, this contract position focuses on driving operational excellence through a key implementation and a team transition (a current team member departs July 31st). If you are a detail‑driven accounting professional who thrives in a multi‑system environment and wants to make a meaningful impact, consider applying. This role offers the chance to shape financial operations in a supportive environment.