Assistant Controller

Summary

Join Language Services Associates (LSA) as an Assistant Controller and play a critical role in overseeing the company’s accounting operations. You will be responsible for establishing and maintaining internal controls, ensuring compliance with accounting policies and procedures, and maintaining accurate financial records. Key responsibilities include managing the general ledger, preparing financial statements, and conducting financial analyses. You will also supervise the Accounts Payable function and contribute to budgeting and forecasting processes. This role involves liaising with external auditors and financial institutions. The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and strong accounting knowledge.

Requirements

• Strong working knowledge of general ledger accounting, accounts payable, tax compliance, and banking operations
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Strong verbal and written communication abilities
• Demonstrated leadership and team management capabilities

Responsibilities

• Oversees the day-to-day functions of the Accounting department, ensuring the accurate and timely execution of the monthly close process
• Ensures accurate revenue recognition and timely billing in accordance with customer contract terms
• Reviews journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations
• Supports the Controller in maintaining a high standard of financial integrity and operational efficiency
• Establishes and enforces effective internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance with accounting standards
• Identifies opportunities for process enhancements to streamline workflows and improve team productivity
• Prepares and consolidates financial statements in accordance with GAAP
• Conducts research on complex accounting issues and ensures timely and accurate reporting to internal stakeholders and external partners
• Acts as the primary liaison with external auditors and tax professionals, facilitating audits, supporting tax filings, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements
• Manages the Accounts Payable function, including the processing of vendor and interpreter invoices and payments, purchase orders, employee expense reports, and annual 1099 tax reporting
• Includes developing processes and liaising with third parties supporting global contractor payments
• Ensures timely and accurate disbursements in accordance with company policies
• Manages day-to-day treasury operations, including monitoring cash flow and maintaining rolling cash flow forecasts to ensure the company’s liquidity and financial stability
• Supports the annual budgeting process and periodic forecast updates
• Analyzes and reports on financial performance against targets, providing actionable insights to leadership
• Leads and supports accounting and business projects and system implementations aimed at improving efficiency, accuracy, and alignment with strategic goals
• Supervises and develops accounting staff through regular communication, coaching, and performance management
• Fosters a collaborative culture of continuous improvement and professional development
• Partners with the Controller and CFO to guide the strategic direction, coordination, and evaluation of the accounting department
• Performs additional duties and prepares ad hoc analysis as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central general ledger or similar ERP/accounting systems is highly desirable
• CPA or equivalent certification preferred

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401k with partial match
• Other employer covered benefits