Assistant Controller
Job Description
Job Description
We are looking for an experienced Assistant Controller to support financial operations for an education-focused organization in Springfield, Massachusetts. This Contract position will play a key role in maintaining accurate accounting records, overseeing reporting activities, and strengthening day-to-day financial controls. The ideal candidate brings strong fund and grant accounting knowledge along with the ability to manage close processes and deliver timely financial insight.
Responsibilities:• Lead monthly close activities by preparing and reviewing journal entries, verifying balances, and ensuring deadlines are met.
• Maintain fund and grant accounting records with careful attention to compliance, allocation accuracy, and reporting requirements.
• Produce recurring financial reports that provide clear visibility into operating results, restricted funds, and budget performance.
• Reconcile general ledger accounts on a regular basis and investigate discrepancies to support accurate financial statements.
• Support accounts payable, accounts receivable, and billing processes to promote efficient transaction processing and documentation.
• Assist with audit readiness by organizing financial records, responding to information requests, and upholding internal controls.
• Use accounting systems and reporting tools such as ADP, Concur, and Crystal Reports to manage data and prepare analysis.
• Partner with finance leadership on accounting functions, process improvements, and other priorities tied to departmental operations.• Demonstrated experience in accounting, including responsibility for month-end close, journal entries, and account reconciliations.
• Strong background in fund accounting and grant accounting, ideally within an education or similarly regulated environment.
• Proficiency with accounting software systems and financial platforms such as ADP, Concur, and reporting tools.
• Working knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, and broader accounting operations.
• Ability to prepare accurate monthly financial reports and interpret data for management use.
• Familiarity with audit support activities, documentation standards, and financial control practices.
• Understanding of compliance-driven accounting requirements, including exposure to DCAA-related standards being a plus.
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