Assistant Controller

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.

Join us at SSOE to work with amazing colleagues and be part of something big! SSOE has consistently been named a "Great Place to Work" and is experiencing the most successful years in our history. In addition to industry-leading salary compensation, you will be eligible for a generous bonus package and profit‑sharing. As an employee‑owned firm, you will also have the opportunity to purchase shares in the company—shares that have significantly outperformed both the S&P and Dow averages.

At SSOE, we don’t just talk about the future, we build it. As a leader in industry AI adoption, we empower our team to work smarter by providing responsible access to the industry leading AI Large Language Models, vibe‑coding platforms, and securely integrating advanced tools into every role. From day one, you’ll receive the training and support needed to leverage AI as a core tool for enhancing productivity, sparking creativity, and streamlining complex workflows.

• 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. This includes validating intercompany transactions, ensuring compliance with local statutes, and integrating 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 in prevailing office software (Microsoft 365) and experience with enterprise‑level Accounting software (Deltek Vantagepoint preferred). Demonstrated ability to leverage AI and automation to improve financial workflows (analysis, reporting, and meeting synthesis), aligned to SSOE’s company‑wide training and enablement. 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…