Job Overview

Job Type

Regular Full-Time

Pay

Not disclosed

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Job description

Location:: Sandy Springs, GA, United States
Work arrangement:: Hybrid

Role Summary

We are working with an organization in Sandy Springs seeking an Assistant Controller to support the Controller in overseeing accounting operations and financial reporting. This hybrid role is ideal for a detail-oriented accounting leader looking to make an impact while helping drive operational efficiency.

The Assistant Controller will assist with managing the accounting team, overseeing the close process, maintaining internal controls, and ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.

Responsibilities

Assist in managing day-to-day accounting operations
Oversee month-end and year-end close processes
Review journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statements
Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal accounting policies
Support budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow reporting
Coordinate audit preparation and external reporting requirements
Develop and improve accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls
Mentor and support accounting staff
Partner with leadership on financial reporting and operational initiatives

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
6+ years of progressive accounting experience
Prior supervisory or leadership experience preferred
Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting
Experience with ERP systems and advanced Excel skills
CPA preferred but not required
Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills

Role:: Assistant Controller
Job Type:: Regular Full-Time

Company profile

Ghj

ghjadvisors.com

GHJ is a national advisory, accounting and tax firm that provides audit, accounting, tax, profit participation and advisory services to businesses and nonprofit organizations. Its services include outsourced accounting, fractional CFO support, data analytics, forensic work, exit and transaction planning, and employee benefit plan and nonprofit audits. Headquartered in Los Angeles, GHJ has offices in Buffalo, Denver, Orange County and San Jose and is affiliated with HLB International, a global network of advisory and accounting firms that gives it access to resources in over 150 countries.