Assistant Controller

In this newly created role, the Assistant Controller will serve as a highly visible player‑coach for this rapidly growing, Best Places to Work company in Northern VA, reporting to the Controller with significant interface with the VP and CFO. Responsibilities Manage, mentor and coach a team of 6-8 managers and accountants Assist in the preparation and review of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements Support and coordinate the month‑end close process, including journal entries, account reconciliations, accruals, and variance analysis Oversee accounts payable operations, including invoice processing, vendor payments, expense reimbursements, and payment controls Manage AP workflows to ensure timely, accurate, and compliant processing of vendor invoices Ensure compliance with GAAP and other applicable regulatory requirements Help maintain and improve internal controls, accounting policies, and procedures Assist in developing, maintaining, and improving accounting and accounts payable policies and procedures Coordinate with external auditors and support audit requests Manage and develop the general ledger and accounts payable teams Support system implementations, upgrades, and process automation initiatives Perform adhoc financial analysis and special projects as needed Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or MBA strongly preferred Construction industry experience strongly preferred 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including supervisory roles with demonstrated leadership and team development skills Thorough knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (US GAAP) and financial reporting requirements Strong knowledge of ASC 606 and percentage‑of‑completion accounting preferred Experience with ERP/accounting systems and advanced Excel skills Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving abilities Strong written and verbal communication skills High ethical standards, objectivity, and commitment to confidentiality Adaptable and capable of working in a fast‑paced environment #J-18808-Ljbffr