Assistant Controller

Assistant Controller – (Gaithersburg, MD)

Role Overview

This full-time onsite position is responsible for daily and month-end accounting activities, including reconciliations, journal entries, variance analysis, oversight of Accounts Receivable and Payroll, and support on special projects. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, self-motivated, able to manage multiple tasks, and comfortable communicating across teams.

Main Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

5+ years of accounting experience

Prior construction industry experience required

Spectrum/Viewpoint experience is a plus, not required

Responsibilities

Prepare month-end journal entries and variance reports

Maintain general and subsidiary ledgers; prepare and post journal entries

Complete month-end accruals, deferrals, and related entries

Prepare cash entries and reconciliations

Reconcile subsidiary ledgers to the trial balance

Prepare and analyze monthly financial statements and management reports

Maintain fixed asset records and depreciation schedules

Record inventory adjustments from physical counts

Assist with oversight of Accounts Receivable

Assist with Payroll oversight

Prepare monthly benefit plan journal entries

Compile documentation for audits

Review Sales & Use tax compliance

Support development and updates to accounting policies and procedures

Analyze job cost reports and prepare custom reports

Assist with special projects as assigned by the Controller/CFO

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Minimum of 5 years accounting experience, including construction industry experience

Strong attention to detail and strong teamwork/interpersonal skills

Solid understanding of GAAP, financial processes, and internal controls

Advanced Excel and Microsoft Office skills