Assistant Controller

Job Description

Job Description

Position Summary The Assistant Controller/FP&A will be a key member of the Finance team, responsible for managing the monthly close and financial reporting process while also driving forward-looking financial planning and analysis. This is a hybrid role that combines the discipline of accounting/controllership with the strategic lens of FP&A — ideal for someone who wants to both assist in closing the books accurately and help the business understand what the numbers mean. A core focus of the role will be company-wide reporting and analysis, project-level margin analysis, assisting finance and accounting team with monthly closing, providing visibility into profitability across the company's projects and portfolios. Key Responsibilities Monthly Financial Reporting • Prepare management reporting packages, including variance analysis versus budget and prior periods • Supporting the monthly close process, ensuring accurate and timely financial statements • Prepare and review journal entries, supervise account reconciliations, and supporting schedules • Ensure financial reporting complies with GAAP and internal policies • Partner with the Controller on internal controls, audit support, and process improvement FP&A • Support the annual budgeting and periodic forecasting processes • Analyze key business drivers and trends, translating financial data into actionable insights for leadership • Develop and maintain financial models, reports and dashboards to support business planning and decision-making • Prepare board- and leadership-level presentations and reporting materials • Partner cross-functionally with operations, project, and business unit leaders to improve forecast accuracy • Track pipeline and backlog and prepare related reporting and analysis for the board and management Project Margin Analysis • Track and analyze project-level revenue, cost, and margin performance • Identify trends, risks, and opportunities in project profitability and report findings to leadership • Partner with project managers/operations teams to understand cost drivers and improve margin visibility • Develop and maintain reporting tools/dashboards for ongoing project profitability tracking • Support pricing, bidding, and resource allocation decisions with margin data and analysis Other Responsibilities • Assist with ad hoc financial analysis and special projects as needed • Support process automation and continuous improvement initiatives within the finance function • Help maintain and improve accounting/FP&A systems and reporting tools Qualifications • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required; CPA and/or MBA a plus • 3–7 years of progressive experience in accounting, FP&A, or a combination of both • Strong understanding of GAAP and monthly close processes • Demonstrated experience with financial modeling, budgeting, and variance analysis • Experience with project-based or job-costing environments strongly preferred • Advanced Excel skills required; experience with ERP systems (e.g. Sage 300/Intacct, Oracle, Dynamics) and BI/reporting tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) a plus • Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate financial data into clear, actionable insights • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally with both finance and non-finance stakeholders • High level of accuracy, organization, and attention to detail • Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment What We Offer •

Compensation:

$120,000 – $150,000 per year, depending on experience, plus a performance-based bonus • Health, dental, vision benefits • 401(k) with company match • PTO/holiday policy • Opportunity to grow within a dynamic, hands-on finance function with direct exposure to leadership Hinterland Group LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.