Job Overview – Assistant Controller
Compensation: $165,000–$175,000/year + bonus
Location: New York, NY
Schedule: Monday to Friday (Hybrid)
Atlantic Group is hiring an Assistant Controller in New York, NY for our client, supporting corporate accounting, financial reporting, and international accounting operations within an established financial services organization. This role will oversee financial close processes, consolidations, regulatory reporting, and accounting activities across multiple entities. The ideal candidate brings strong accounting experience, knowledge of U.S. GAAP and international accounting standards, and the ability to manage complex financial reporting responsibilities.
Responsibilities as the Assistant Controller:
- General Accounting: Oversee general ledger activities, journal entries, intercompany transactions, accruals, and account reconciliations.
- Financial Reporting: Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, consolidations, and supporting financial reports.
- International Accounting: Support accounting activities across domestic and international entities, including intercompany reconciliations and financial reporting requirements.
- Audit & Compliance: Coordinate external audits, support regulatory reporting, and collaborate with external accounting and tax service providers.
- Financial Operations: Oversee cash management, accounts payable, expense allocations, and related accounting processes.
- Internal Controls: Enhance accounting procedures, strengthen internal controls, and identify opportunities to improve financial reporting efficiency.
Qualifications for the Assistant Controller:
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is required.
- Certification: Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation or progress toward certification is required.
- Experience: 6+ years of progressive accounting experience in public accounting, corporate accounting, or a combination of both is required.
- Industry Knowledge: Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP, international accounting standards, financial consolidations, and multi-entity accounting is required, with financial services or investment management experience preferred.
- Technical Skills: Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with enterprise accounting systems, financial consolidations, and financial reporting are required.
- Skills & Attributes: Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities, collaborate with senior leadership, and oversee complex accounting processes are required.
Application Notice: Qualified candidates will be contacted within 2 business days of application. If an applicant does not meet the above criteria, Atlantic Group will keep your resume on file for future opportunities and may contact you for further discussion.