Assistant Controller (Alpharetta, GA)

Assistant Controller

Lewis James Professional is a woman-owned staff augmentation, project consulting and direct hire search and placement firm. We are currently seeking an Assistant Controller for a direct hire opportunity with a financial services client.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee monthly and annual financial close activities, including the creation of journal entries in accordance with GAAP, account reconciliations, general ledger analysis, variance explanations, and the compilation of financial statements.
• Track and manage daily cash positions to ensure sufficient liquidity.
• Support electronic funds transfers such as ACH and wire payments when necessary.
• Compute monthly commission payouts and generate supporting commission statements.
• Supervise the billing cycle and ensure timely and accurate invoicing each month.
• Prepare financial summaries and insights for executive leadership and investor reporting.
• Take primary responsibility for all corporate tax obligations, including payroll, sales, property, and income taxes.
• Ensure adherence to applicable municipal, state, and federal laws and regulations.
• Administer the fixed asset tracking system and reconcile with the general ledger records.
• Support the budgeting process and contribute to forecasting activities.
• Collaborate on the external audit process by organizing documentation and addressing auditor inquiries.
• Provide assistance with payroll administration and maintain records for the company’s 401(k) plan.
• Help develop and implement internal control procedures and policy guidelines aligned with industry standards.
• Serve as a backup resource for team members during absences or peak workloads.
• Handle ad hoc assignments and special initiatives as directed.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in accounting or finance roles
• Solid knowledge of GAAP principles and financial statement preparation
• Familiarity with tax laws and compliance standards across local, state, and federal jurisdictions
• Outstanding written and verbal communication abilities
• Strong critical thinking and financial analysis skills, with the capacity to work with complex datasets
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word, including advanced functions and formatting
• Exceptional attention to detail with a commitment to producing accurate work
• Proven leadership qualities and the ability to collaborate effectively across teams
• Well-developed organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Highly motivated and adaptable, with a dedication to meeting evolving business demands
• Experience with QuickBooks Online is a plus
• Background in mergers and acquisitions or investor communications is highly desirable
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For immediate consideration, please click “Apply” and use Job Code BHJOB11837_4255. You may also send a copy of your resume to: resumes@lewisjamesprofessional.com and enter only the following job code in the subject line: BHJOB11837_4255. Lewis James Professional is an Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/D/V