Assistant Controller

We are looking for an Assistant Controller to join our organization in Plano, Texas. This role will oversee core accounting operations, support accurate and timely financial reporting, and help maintain strong compliance across close, audit, consolidation, and tax activities. The position also partners with finance and IT teams to strengthen general ledger processes, resolve accounting issues, and support reporting for domestic and international entities.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the monthly and periodic close cycle, ensuring journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules are completed accurately and on time.

• Prepare and review consolidated financial statements, including foreign subsidiary results, account mapping, currency translation, and intercompany eliminations.

• Direct annual audit activities by coordinating deliverables, organizing support schedules, and working closely with external auditors and internal stakeholders.

• Oversee balance sheet account analysis, payroll-related accounting, fixed asset tracking, depreciation entries, accruals, prepaids, and other key month-end activities.

• Research accounting guidance and reporting requirements to assess the impact of new or changing standards on the organization’s financial statements.

• Support tax-related processes by assisting with information gathering and analysis for federal, state, local, sales, property, and international compliance needs in partnership with outside advisors.

• Collaborate with IT and finance teams to manage general ledger administration, including entry posting, period controls, error resolution, and foreign exchange configuration support.

• Develop and refine accounting procedures and documentation to improve the efficiency, consistency, and control of close and reporting process.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a closely related discipline.
• Active CPA designation.
• At least five years of progressive accounting experience, including financial reporting and general ledger responsibilities.
• Background in project-based accounting and manufacturing accounting is required.
• Strong knowledge of accounting standards, financial statement preparation, and technical reporting requirements.
• Advanced Excel skills and solid proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience supporting audits, month-end close, and balance sheet reconciliation activities.
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and manage multiple deadlines in a structured environment.