Assistant Controller

Immediate need for an Assistant Controller

Our client is seeking an Assistant Controller for a key role within the organization. The Assistant Controller will lead the day-to-day management of Corporate Finance functions, develop the annual and five-year corporate forecasts, including monthly and quarterly variance analysis of budget to actuals, and preparation of associated forecast revisions; manage and coordinate the consolidated audit process, serving as liaison with external auditors and facilitating engagement with internal stakeholders.

Also, oversee 401K audit.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as a senior advisor to VP Finance, enabling greater focus on strategic initiatives by taking ownership of operational finance oversight.
• Contribute to the FINOPS transformation, driving process improvements and operational efficiencies.
• Challenge conventional thinking to drive innovation, efficiency, and value in financial processes and systems.
• Models an ownership mentality that sets the accountability and optimization standard for F&A.
• Participate in and support projects to enhance financial performance and organizational stability & efficiency.
• Partner with BU and corporate finance leaders to align on process standards, internal controls, and recurring timelines for key deliverables.

• Lead the day-to-day management of Corporate Finance functions, alleviating the need for executive involvement in operational meetings and decisions.
• Responsible for timely delivery of an established set of corporate‑level financial reports to the C‑Suite of the company.
• Responsible for development of annual and five‑year corporate forecasts, including monthly and quarterly variance analysis of budget to actuals, and preparation of associated forecast revisions.
• Manage and coordinate the consolidated audit process, serving as liaison with external auditors and facilitating engagement with internal stakeholders. Also, oversee 401K audit and smaller BU specific audits (ATP, City of Durham, MLB).
• Oversee two direct and one indirect Finance and Accounting (F&A) reports, providing leadership, guidance, and development opportunities to the team.
• Serve as deputy to VP Finance on Oracle Fusion ERP optimization projects.
• Champion system enhancements, integrations, and automation to ensure scalable and streamlined operations.
• Identify and deploy tools and technologies that improve financial and operational efficiency.
• Galvanize internal teams and external partners around key initiatives, ensuring progress is made toward our financial optimization and stability roadmap.
• Communicate clearly and regularly on progress, roadblocks, and outcomes to executive stakeholders.

• Provide training and ongoing support to finance teams to facilitate adoption of new processes, technologies, and best practices.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams and 3rd party consultants to drive process improvements, system implementations, and automation efforts (FINOPS).
• Identify and mitigate risks associated with change, proactively addressing resistance and ensuring business continuity.
• Oversee FINOPS communication strategies ensuring stakeholders stay informed regarding changes, benefits and impacts on day to day operations as result of FINOPS transformation efforts.

• Oversee and execute corporate financial operations, ensuring completeness and accuracy.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, tax regulations, and banking requirements for consolidated company‑wide financial statements across all business units.
• Accountable for quarterly tax provision processes, ensuring accurate and timely reporting.
• Accountable for passive investment accounting, ensuring accurate and compliant reporting.
• Oversee “Other Reporting” responsibilities, including treasury reporting, debt covenant compliance, and other ad‑hoc reporting required.
• Participate in other ad‑hoc projects/analysis (e.g. development of captive insurance strategies, expense management).

• 10+ years of progressive experience in finance leadership roles.
• 5+ years of Controller experience in middle‑market private equity‑backed…