Assistant Controller

Assistant Controller

Department: Consulting - Financial Services

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Greenbelt, MD

Compensation: $140,000 - $155,000 / year

JSI invites you to join our team as an Assistant Controller on our Finance team in Greenbelt, Maryland
, where you'll play a critical role in advancing broadband and telecommunications initiatives that expand connectivity and drive digital inclusion—while advancing your career within a mission-driven, growth-focused organization.

About the Company

JSI is a leading full-service consulting firm specializing in broadband solutions. For over 60 years, we have provided independent communications service providers with expert financial, engineering, management, operational, regulatory, and strategic guidance. Our extensive industry knowledge and proven track record of success have empowered clients to achieve sustainable growth and profitability. With over 1000 clients nationwide and a powerful presence in markets like Florida, Texas, Maryland, and Alaska, JSI empowers rural and regional broadband providers to expand, evolve, and excel in a rapidly shifting digital world.

Position Overview

As an Assistant Controller you will help lead in all areas of accounting and financial analysis for JSI and its subsidiaries. The Assistant Controller will help lead the day-to-day accounting operations, the month-end close process, including generating financial statements, preparing account reconciliations, executing internal controls, ensuring the accuracy and completeness of accounting information and reporting financial results to management. The Assistant Controller will also serve as a backup for certain of JSI’s other accounting functions.

The position reports to the Controller.

• Manage and maintain Net Suite revenue recognition by project over multiple business units using time and materials, as charged and percentage of completion rules.
• Lead or co-lead the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close for multiple entities/business units.
• Support/coordinate certain areas of the annual external audit including revenue and expense support, audit schedules and liaise with auditors.
• Help lead the accounting team including cash applications, general ledger and accounts payable.
• Manage, cultivate, and develop team members to enable professional growth, and overall meet/exceed the needs of internal and external customers.
• Help integrate accounting/reporting of new businesses that are acquired.
• Cash management and forecasting.

Required:

• BA/BS in Accounting required
• Minimum 7+ years of accounting experience, including at least 2 years as an accounting manager
• Experience with ERP accounting software;
  Net Suite experience, including revenue recognition, is strongly preferred
• Strong working knowledge of US GAAP, including contract accounting and revenue recognition
• Strong analytical and creative problem-solving skills
• Strong organization skills
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills

Preferred:

• CPA strongly preferred

• Competitive salary + performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, 401(k)).
• Generous PTO and travel support.
• Ongoing professional development and educational opportunities.