Assistant Controller

Overview

SSOE is seeking a high‑performing financial leader to join our team. This opportunity is part of a continued strategic investment that SSOE is making to provide additional leadership within our finance department, ensuring we deliver quality service on schedule and within budget in a collaborative team environment.

• Financial Leadership & Reporting: Lead the compilation and reporting of monthly and year‑end financial statements and schedules. Examine project costs and monthly financial reports to convey critical findings to leadership.
• Strategic Growth & Integration: Contribute to and implement procedures related to business mergers, acquisitions, and strategic alliances. Validate intercompany transactions, ensure compliance with local statutes, and integrate new entities into internal accounting systems.
• Operational Excellence: Assist the Controller with the preparation of annual financial and capital budgets. Monitor and review accounting systems for accuracy, completeness, and process optimization.
• Team Management: Supervise, coordinate, and evaluate staff within the Disbursement functions (Staff Accountant, Accounts Payable, and Payroll). Establish manpower requirements, conduct staff meetings, and delegate responsibility to foster a high‑performing team.
• External Relations: Interface and develop strong professional relationships with external resources, including accountants, bankers, and government officials.
• Compliance & Controls: Ensure proper accounting standards and procedures are established and followed. Recommend and implement internal control policies and conduct workflow audits to ensure all transactions are appropriately authorized.
• Consultative Support: Interact with internal management to provide consultative support for planning initiatives through sophisticated financial analysis, management reports, and actionable recommendations.
• Mentorship & Succession: Act in a mentoring capacity to support succession planning initiatives and the career progression of junior staff, ensuring adequate backup exists for all critical job functions.
• Special Projects: Assist the CFO with the PSSP program, tax planning, and apportionment schedules. Lead special projects and provide backup support to the Controller as necessary.

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Public Accounting required;
  Accounting specialization or CPA/CMA preferred.
• Experience: Minimum of 8 years of direct experience in an accounting or finance‑related field, with a proven track record of increasing responsibility.
• Technical
  
  Skills:
  
  Proficiency with prevailing office software (Microsoft 365) and enterprise‑level accounting software (Deltek Vantagepoint preferred). Demonstrated ability to leverage AI and automation to improve financial workflows, aligned to company training. Strong communication and executive presence.
• Leadership: Demonstrated ability to supervise and mentor staff while managing complex financial processes (+2 years).
• Communication: Exceptional at articulating financial data clearly to non‑financial stakeholders and internal management.
• Requirements: Valid driver’s license required. Occasional travel may be required.

• Salary Range: $115,000 – $130,000 per year depending on location, education, depth of relevant experience, and any specialized certifications. Opportunity for ample rewards, incentive/bonus program, and ownership investment opportunities.
• Performance Bonuses: Eligibility for annual target bonus/incentive program based on company and individual performance.
• Employee Ownership: Opportunity to become a shareholder of SSOE.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, and vision insurance; life insurance; 401(k) retirement savings plan (with company matching); professional development; and generous PTO & paid holidays.