Assistant Controller
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Financial Reporting & Month-End Close
Lead and manage the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes to ensure timely and accurate financial statements.
Prepare and review journal entries, reconciliations, and financial schedules.
Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and assist in preparation of financial statements for internal and external stakeholders.
Operational Accounting
Oversee the general ledger, accounts payable, recording payroll, fixed assets, and expense reporting functions.
Support the SVP, Corporate Controller in establishing and enforcing accounting policies and internal controls.
Audit, Tax, and Compliance
Coordinate the annual external financial audit and respond to auditor requests.
Assist with tax compliance requirements including sales tax, property tax, and corporate income tax filings.
Systems and Process Improvements
Identify and drive continuous improvement initiatives across accounting processes, systems, and reporting.
Support ERP system maintenance and enhancements; collaborate with IT and finance operations as needed.
Team Management
Supervise and mentor junior accounting staff or outsourced accounting partners.
Foster a culture of accountability, professional growth, and collaboration.
Required Skills:
Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance required.
7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 2 years in a supervisory or lead role.
Exceptional accounting acumen and knowledge, proficient understanding and execution of all US GAAP requirements for US corporations.
Experience in SaaS or technology companies with ARR-based business models strongly preferred.
Solid understanding of U.S. GAAP financial reporting standards.
International exposure of running international teams and knowledge of international accounting operations a plus.
Experience with Sage Intacct, Avalara, Paystand, Tipalti and Tesorio a plus.
Strong Excel skills; comfortable manipulating large datasets and working with cross-functional teams.
Thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with the ability to manage competing priorities.
Proactive problem-solver and process builder with high attention to detail.
Excellent communication and project management skills.
Experience supporting a company during high-growth phases or M&A integration preferred.
About Onit, Inc.
Onit provides enterprise workflow automation and legal operations software, helping corporate legal teams streamline contract management and business processes with AI.
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