Job Description
Team: Finance
This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for an Assistant Controller in the United States.
This role offers a high-impact opportunity to support a rapidly growing, content-driven organization within its finance leadership team. Acting as a key partner to the Controller and CFO, you will help strengthen accounting operations, improve financial processes, and support scalable growth. You will oversee critical accounting functions including month-end close, reporting accuracy, and compliance with accounting standards. The environment is fast-paced and evolving, requiring both strategic thinking and hands-on execution. You will also contribute to the development of financial systems, automation initiatives, and operational improvements. This is a highly collaborative role where you will work closely with cross-functional teams while helping shape the future of the finance function. It’s an ideal position for a detail-oriented leader who thrives in dynamic, growth-oriented environments.
Accountabilities
You will be responsible for leading accounting operations, ensuring financial accuracy, and supporting strategic decision-making across the organization while helping build scalable financial processes.
- Lead and develop the accounting team, providing guidance, coaching, and performance management to support strong execution.
- Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.
- Review account reconciliations and financial analyses prepared by the accounting team to ensure accuracy and compliance.
- Support budgeting and forecasting processes, including capital and operational planning.
- Improve accounting processes and implement automation to increase efficiency and scalability.
- Ensure compliance with GAAP standards and regulatory requirements, incorporating updates as needed.
- Assist in developing financial and operational reporting to support leadership decision-making.
- Collaborate with senior leadership, finance teams, and cross-functional partners to provide insights and financial analysis.
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required.
- 5+ years of accounting experience, including prior team leadership responsibilities.
- CPA certification preferred.
- Strong experience preparing and reviewing GAAP-compliant financial statements and reports.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Word.
- Experience with SAP Business One (SAP B1) is a plus.
- Background in distribution or publishing industries is an advantage.
- Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail and accuracy.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage across all levels of the organization.
- Strong leadership, organizational, and problem-solving abilities, with a proactive and accountable mindset.
- Fully remote work environment with flexible structure (occasional travel to Columbus, Ohio area as needed)
- Competitive salary aligned with experience and responsibilities
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
- Company-paid basic life insurance coverage
- Additional voluntary life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance options
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- Paid volunteer day program
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Collaborative and supportive finance team environment
- Exposure to strategic financial leadership in a high-growth organization
Requirements
This role requires strong technical accounting expertise, leadership capability, and the ability to operate effectively in a fast-moving, high-growth environment.
Benefits
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Date Posted
04/28/2026
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