Assistant Controller, Financial Reporting

Location: New York

Assistant Controller, Financial Reporting  The Assistant Controller, Financial Reporting is a senior leadership role responsible for the integrity and efficiency of the company's general ledger and monthly close cycle. Reporting directly to the Controller, this individual owns the operational heartbeat of the accounting function managing a team of five, overseeing parent company reporting, driving ERP integration and process improvement, and playing a critical role in the company's ongoing systems transformation.
This is a high-impact, high-visibility role within a deliberately structured accounting organization. Technical accounting matters are handled by a dedicated Director of Technical Accounting, allowing the Assistant Controller to focus entirely on operational excellence, team leadership, and continuous improvement of the close process.

Key Responsibilities:

General Ledger & Monthly Close
Own and manage the end-to-end monthly, quarterly, and annual close cycle, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with IFRS and group reporting standards
Oversee the preparation and delivery of monthly financial reporting packages to the parent company, serving as the primary point of contact for parent company inquiries
Manage the parent company ERP interface at each month-end, including real-time troubleshooting of integration issues
Ensure journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting documentation meet audit standards and internal control requirements
Team Leadership
Lead, develop, and retain a team of five, including two manager-level direct reports
Set clear performance expectations, provide ongoing coaching, and build a culture of accountability and continuous improvement
Process Improvement & Systems
Identify and drive opportunities to automate and streamline accounting processes, leveraging technology including AI tools where appropriate
Play a critical leadership role in the company's ongoing ERP consolidation to SAP, representing Financial Reporting in cross-functional workshops and implementation decisions
Partner with the systems and IT teams to ensure accounting data integrity across integrated platforms
Audit & Compliance
Manage the internal audit process, including coordination of auditor requests, testing support, and timely responses to inquiries
Lead the Financial Reporting function's participation in external audits
Ensure adherence to internal controls, company policies, and parent company reporting requirements
Strategic Contribution
Participate with senior finance and accounting leadership in establishing operational objectives and continuous improvement priorities
Contribute to the development of accounting policies, procedures, and evaluation criteria for systems and process initiatives
Represent Financial Reporting in cross-functional projects and executive-level discussions as required
Required
8+ years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 3 years in a management role overseeing a team
Deep working knowledge of accounting standards and general ledger accounting principles
Demonstrated experience managing a full monthly close cycle in a mid-to-large organization
Strong systems aptitude experience with ERP platforms (Workday, SAP, Net Suite, or similar) and a track record of driving process improvement
Proven ability to manage and develop accounting teams through periods of change
Experience interfacing with parent company, external auditors, or senior leadership on financial reporting matters
Preferred
CPA or equivalent experience; candidates without a CPA but with strong Financial Reporting track records are encouraged to apply
Background in computer science, information systems, or a related technical field a meaningful advantage given the systems complexity of this role

Experience with ERP implementations or consolidations, particularly SAP
SaaS or technology industry experience
Familiarity with AI-enabled accounting tools and automation technologies
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