We are looking for an experienced Assistant Controller to join our team in the greater New Haven, Connecticut area. In this long-term contract position, you will play a critical role in overseeing financial operations and ensuring compliance with accounting standards. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment and has a strong background in the higher education or nonprofit space. Responsibilities:• Lead the month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.• Oversee general ledger activities, including reconciliations and variance analyses.• Prepare and manage internal and external financial reports, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.• Coordinate financial audits, collaborating with external auditors and internal teams.• Develop and maintain accounting controls, policies, and procedures to safeguard organizational assets.• Conduct periodic analysis and reconciliation of accounts to ensure data integrity.• Support grant accounting processes, ensuring proper documentation and compliance with funding requirements.• Provide financial insights and reports for stakeholders, including the Board of Regents and regulatory agencies.• Promote operational efficiency by recommending and implementing process improvements.• Ensure adherence to federal guidelines and standards for public and private grants.

• Proven experience in month-end and year-end close processes.• Strong knowledge of general ledger accounting and reconciliations.• Expertise in financial statement audits and financial reporting.• Proficiency in variance analysis and grant accounting.• Familiarity with regulatory requirements for financial reporting and compliance.• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.• Ability to work collaboratively with internal teams and external auditors.• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field

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New Haven, CT
onsite
Temporary
35.625 - 41.25 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Assistant Controller to join our team in the greater New Haven, Connecticut area. In this long-term contract position, you will play a critical role in overseeing financial operations and ensuring compliance with accounting standards. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment and has a strong background in the higher education or nonprofit space. Responsibilities:• Lead the month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.• Oversee general ledger activities, including reconciliations and variance analyses.• Prepare and manage internal and external financial reports, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.• Coordinate financial audits, collaborating with external auditors and internal teams.• Develop and maintain accounting controls, policies, and procedures to safeguard organizational assets.• Conduct periodic analysis and reconciliation of accounts to ensure data integrity.• Support grant accounting processes, ensuring proper documentation and compliance with funding requirements.• Provide financial insights and reports for stakeholders, including the Board of Regents and regulatory agencies.• Promote operational efficiency by recommending and implementing process improvements.• Ensure adherence to federal guidelines and standards for public and private grants.
2026-03-31T00:00:00Z