Assistant Controller

About the Role We are seeking an Assistant Controller on a contract basis to support core financial operations, maintain accurate records, and help deliver timely reporting. The role focuses on close activities, tax support preparation, and day-to-day accounting oversight using Microsoft Dynamics GP and Excel. What You'll Do

• Lead monthly close activities by preparing entries, reviewing balances, and helping ensure reporting deadlines are met.
• Reconcile general ledger accounts and investigate discrepancies to maintain accurate financial records.
• Prepare and organize financial reports that support management review and operational decision-making.
• Assist with documentation and schedules related to sales and use tax filings and supporting records.
• Provide accounting support for corporate tax preparation by compiling financial data and requested backup.
• Help prepare information required for fuel and road tax reporting in coordination with internal stakeholders.
• Use Microsoft Dynamics GP to record, review, and manage accounting transactions across key areas of the ledger.
• Build and maintain Excel worksheets and supporting schedules to analyze results and validate account activity.
• Support audit readiness by assembling financial statement backup and responding to requests tied to account activity. What We're Looking For
• Hands-on experience managing month-end close activities in an accounting or finance environment.
• Strong working knowledge of general ledger processes, account reconciliation, and financial reporting.
• Experience supporting sales and use tax preparation and related documentation requirements.
• Familiarity with corporate tax support activities and the preparation of schedules for review.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Dynamics GP (Great Plains) and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Ability to analyze accounting data accurately, prioritize deadlines, and work effectively in a Contract role. Nice to Have
• Understanding of fuel tax or road tax reporting preferred. Compensation & Benefits
• Salary range: 60 - 70 USD hourly.
• Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance.
• Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan.