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Assistant Controller

Hoxton Circle

Job Description

Job Description

We are a respected construction company based in Manhattan with a long-standing reputation for excellence, quality, and integrity in the industry. Our projects span commercial, residential, and infrastructure work, and we pride ourselves on maintaining strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and employees.

Position Overview:
We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Assistant Controller to join our finance team. This role reports to the Controller and plays a key part in managing the company's accounting operations, ensuring accurate financial reporting, and supporting strategic financial decision-making. The ideal candidate will have 8+ years of accounting experience, preferably in the construction or real estate industries, and will thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist in managing the full-cycle accounting operations including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and general ledger maintenance.
  • Support the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with GAAP.
  • Assist in budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis to support management decision-making.
  • Maintain and improve internal controls, policies, and procedures.
  • Support job costing, project accounting, and revenue recognition for multiple concurrent construction projects.
  • Assist with audits, tax filings, and compliance requirements.
  • Provide guidance and mentorship to junior accounting staff, fostering a collaborative and high-performance team environment.
  • Collaborate with project managers and executives to analyze financial performance and identify opportunities for operational efficiency.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required; CPA preferred.
  • Minimum of 8 years of progressive accounting experience; construction or real estate experience strongly preferred.
  • Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls.
  • Experience with construction accounting software (e.g., Viewpoint, Sage 300, or similar) preferred.
  • Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
  • Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong leadership and team management experience.

Vacancy posted more than 2 months ago
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