<p>We are looking for an experienced Assistant Controller to support core accounting operations and strengthen financial oversight for a long-term contract opportunity in Whately, Massachusetts. This position will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, coordinating close activities, and helping deliver timely reporting for leadership and external stakeholders. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, hands-on NetSuite experience, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead and review monthly close activities by coordinating deadlines, reviewing entries, and helping ensure accurate and timely completion of financial results.</p><p>• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts, investigate variances, and resolve discrepancies to support reliable financial data.</p><p>• Prepare internal and external financial reports that provide clear insight into business performance and accounting activity.</p><p>• Assist with audit readiness by organizing documentation, responding to requests, and supporting financial statement audit processes.</p><p>• Review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules to uphold strong accounting controls and reporting accuracy.</p><p>• Partner with cross-functional teams to gather financial information, clarify accounting treatment, and improve reporting consistency.</p><p>• Utilize NetSuite to manage accounting workflows, monitor data integrity, and support day-to-day financial operations.</p><p>• Help identify opportunities to streamline accounting procedures and strengthen the efficiency of recurring close and reporting tasks.</p>

• Proven experience supporting month-end close within a corporate or operational accounting environment.<br>• Strong working knowledge of general ledger management, account reconciliation, and financial reporting principles.<br>• Experience assisting with financial statement audits and preparing audit support documentation.<br>• Hands-on proficiency with NetSuite in an accounting or finance setting.<br>• Solid understanding of accounting processes, internal controls, and reporting accuracy standards.<br>• Ability to analyze financial information, identify discrepancies, and follow through on issue resolution.<br>• Strong organizational and communication skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

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