Assistant Controller

Position Summary

The Assistant Controller will be responsible for the direct management of the Accounts Payable and General Ledger functions and will collaborate with the Accounting Manager on the Accounts Receivable and Time & Billing functions. Additionally, this position will perform the initial review of the financial statements and manage the month‑end and annual close processes to ensure accuracy, compliance, and timely reporting.

This role reports to the Director of Accounting. The firm has one available position in either Austin, TX;
Long Beach, CA; or Dover, OH. Some positions at Novogradac may be open to remote or hybrid work arrangements depending on business needs. Please discuss available options with your recruiter.

• Responsible for the direct management of the Accounts Payable (AP) and General Ledger (GL) staff and functions.
• Monitor workflow and quality of work, provide feedback and set‑up training plans for Accounting Operations teams including General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and Time & Billing.
• Own the month‑end and annual closing processes, including reviewing and posting of journal entries and account reconciliations.
• Conduct initial review of the monthly financial statements for accuracy and completeness.
• Manage workflows and improve processes and procedures for better efficiency within the 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 plus a minimum of 7‑10 years of progressively responsible accounting or finance experience, including 3‑5 years in a supervisory or managerial role and/or an appropriate balance of education and work experience.
• CPA license and experience working in a professional services firm.
• Display 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.

Novogradac is committed to fostering a welcoming workplace where all employees feel valued and empowered to grow. We believe in offering a supportive, balanced work environment that encourages professional growth and work‑life integration.

• 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, providing strong professional growth and development opportunities

• Strong growth opportunities
• Competitive benefits package
• 401(k) package with firm profit‑sharing
• Discretionary annual bonuses for eligible positions & CPA bonus plan
• Strong emphasis on quality work‑life integration
• Dress for your day policy
• Resources of a national firm
• Opportunities to engage with Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), affinity groups, and…