Assistant Controller

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced accounting leader to oversee core transaction functions and strengthen day-to-day financial operations in Seattle, Washington. This role will guide accounts payable and accounts receivable performance, reinforce compliance and control practices, and partner across the business to improve efficiency and cash flow. The ideal candidate brings strong operational judgment, leadership capability, and the ability to support a growing, project-driven organization through scalable processes and high service standards.

Responsibilities:

• Direct daily accounts receivable and accounts payable activities, including invoicing, collections, cash application, vendor disbursements, subcontractor billing, and purchasing card administration.

• Set performance measures and service expectations for accounting operations, using data to improve responsiveness, accuracy, and working capital results.

• Identify process gaps and lead improvements that increase efficiency, strengthen controls, and support sustainable growth across finance operations.

• Address operational issues that may affect compliance, stakeholder experience, or business performance, and implement practical corrective actions.

• Lead, coach, and develop managers and team members to build a strong leadership bench and support long-term succession planning.

• Reinforce governance standards by ensuring adherence to internal controls, audit requirements, and financial risk management practices.

• Work closely with partners in accounting, treasury, procurement, information technology, project teams, and business leadership to enhance financial outcomes.

• Support operational readiness for system enhancements and process changes by aligning workflows, controls, and team execution.

• Champion initiatives that improve service delivery, streamline transaction processing, and elevate overall accounting operations performance.

PeopleFirst Benefits

When it comes to the basics, we have you covered:

• Competitive pay
• 401(k) with employer match and profit-sharing plan
• Paid time off and holidays
• Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision with low or zero deductible options and low out of pocket maximums

People come first and we go beyond the basic benefits with:

• Family formation benefits, including adoption and IVF assistance
• Up to 16 weeks paid parental leave
• Transgender inclusive benefits
• Commuter benefits
• Pet insurance
• “Building Good” paid community service time
• Learning and advancement opportunities
• Onsite gyms or reimbursement for remote workers

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
• At least 10 years of progressive experience in accounting, finance operations, or shared services leadership roles.
• A minimum of 5 years leading managers or other people leaders within a finance or accounting function.
• Strong knowledge of internal controls, audit practices, project-based accounting, billing and collections, procure-to-pay operations, and working capital management.
• Experience overseeing high-volume accounting activities in a complex, project-oriented business environment.
• Demonstrated success developing leadership teams, improving operational performance, and implementing structured process frameworks.
• Strong communication, analytical thinking, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with month-end close, general ledger activity, financial statement audits, DCAA-related environments, and financial reporting is highly valued.