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Assistant Controller
<p>We are looking for an experienced Assistant Controller to join our team. This is a long-term contract 100% remote position ideal for a detail-oriented individual with strong technical accounting skills and a solid understanding of financial reporting and auditing processes. The role offers an opportunity to support critical financial operations and contribute to the improvement of accounting controls and practices.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Coordinate audit-related requests by reviewing responses and providing clear guidance to the accounting team.</p><p>• Prepare and review predecessor and successor audited financial statements using internal consolidation data.</p><p>• Support month-end close processes and ensure accurate general ledger entries.</p><p>• Assist in financial reporting activities, including the preparation of annual audited financial statements.</p><p>• Collaborate with external auditors during annual audits to ensure compliance and timely completion.</p><p>• Address and remediate control deficiencies identified during previous audits to enhance accounting practices.</p><p>• Utilize Microsoft Great Plains Dynamics for financial operations and reporting.</p><p>• Provide expertise in DCAA compliance and ensure adherence to audit requirements.</p><p>• Contribute to the development and implementation of improved accounting processes and controls.</p>
• Proven experience in technical accounting and financial reporting.<br>• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Great Plains Dynamics is preferred.<br>• Advanced knowledge of Excel for data analysis and reporting.<br>• Familiarity with financial statement audits and external audit processes.<br>• Solid understanding of DCAA compliance and related requirements.<br>• Demonstrated ability to manage month-end close and general ledger activities.<br>• Excellent organizational and communication skills to liaise with auditors and internal teams.<br>• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is required.
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  • Portsmouth, NH
  • remote
  • Temporary
  • 85.50 - 99.00 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced Assistant Controller to join our team. This is a long-term contract 100% remote position ideal for a detail-oriented individual with strong technical accounting skills and a solid understanding of financial reporting and auditing processes. The role offers an opportunity to support critical financial operations and contribute to the improvement of accounting controls and practices.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Coordinate audit-related requests by reviewing responses and providing clear guidance to the accounting team.</p><p>• Prepare and review predecessor and successor audited financial statements using internal consolidation data.</p><p>• Support month-end close processes and ensure accurate general ledger entries.</p><p>• Assist in financial reporting activities, including the preparation of annual audited financial statements.</p><p>• Collaborate with external auditors during annual audits to ensure compliance and timely completion.</p><p>• Address and remediate control deficiencies identified during previous audits to enhance accounting practices.</p><p>• Utilize Microsoft Great Plains Dynamics for financial operations and reporting.</p><p>• Provide expertise in DCAA compliance and ensure adherence to audit requirements.</p><p>• Contribute to the development and implementation of improved accounting processes and controls.</p>
  • 2025-10-08T15:13:47Z

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