Assistant Controller

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Assistant Controller to join a fast-paced finance team on a Contract basis in Norwood, Massachusetts. This role will provide hands-on accounting and compliance support across daily operations while helping the organization manage a high volume of financial activity. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, thrives in a busy environment, and can work independently with precision and sound judgment.

Responsibilities:
• Manage sales tax filing activities and help maintain accurate multi-state tax compliance.
• Oversee inventory-related accounting processes and ensure transactions are recorded correctly in the general ledger.
• Support day-to-day accounting operations, including purchase order reconciliation and other high-volume financial tasks.
• Perform bank and credit card reconciliations to maintain the accuracy and completeness of financial records.
• Assist with month-end close activities, financial reporting, and audit preparation.
• Research tax regulations, licensing requirements, and compliance matters to support ongoing business needs, including state-level readiness efforts.
• Provide additional accounting support to leadership and help relieve workload across the finance team during a critical period.
• Work within Sage Intacct to maintain records, analyze activity, and improve reporting accuracy.• Hands-on experience using Sage Intacct is required.
• Strong background in month-end close, general ledger management, and financial reporting.
• Experience with sales tax, compliance research, and multi-state regulatory requirements.
• Knowledge of inventory accounting and account reconciliation processes.
• Ability to manage large transaction volumes with strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Analytical, self-directed, and proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Technical accounting foundation, with public accounting experience preferred.
• Prior exposure to audit environments; experience with DCAA or regulated industries is a plus.