Assistant Controller

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Assistant Controller to support accounting operations for a long-term contract assignment based in Omaha, Nebraska. This role is ideal for a hands-on, detail-oriented finance specialist who can lead the monthly close process, strengthen reporting accuracy, and provide financial insight to operational leaders in a contractor or field-services setting. The position offers the opportunity to contribute across core accounting functions while helping drive visibility into margins, cash flow, and project performance.

Responsibilities:
• Lead the monthly close cycle from start to finish, ensuring timely completion of journal entries, account analysis, and financial reporting.
• Maintain the integrity of the general ledger by reviewing transactions, resolving discrepancies, and supporting accurate period-end results.
• Prepare and reconcile balance sheet accounts, investigating variances and correcting issues as needed.
• Oversee accounts receivable and accounts payable activities to promote strong cash management and accurate liability tracking.
• Apply job costing principles and percentage-of-completion accounting to support reliable revenue recognition for project-based work.
• Partner with operational leadership to evaluate margins, monitor financial performance, and provide insight into cash and project results.
• Support audit readiness by organizing financial documentation, responding to requests, and assisting with reporting compliance.
• Use Sage Intacct to manage accounting records, reporting processes, and day-to-day financial operations.• Proven experience leading month-end close activities in a contractor, construction, or field-services environment.
• Strong knowledge of general ledger accounting, balance sheet reconciliations, and financial reporting practices.
• Hands-on experience with job costing and percentage-of-completion revenue recognition.
• Background overseeing or supporting accounts receivable and accounts payable functions.
• Familiarity with financial statement audits and maintaining organized supporting documentation.
• Understanding of DCAA-related requirements and contract accounting considerations is preferred.
• Proficiency with Sage Intacct or similar cloud-based accounting systems.
• Ability to work effectively on site in Omaha, Nebraska and contribute in a fast-paced contract assignment.