Assistant Controller Washington DC Job ID: 21584 The Assistant Controller is part of the Accounting & Finance management team and will report directly to the Controller. This position assists with oversight of day-to-day accounting operations, financial reporting and compliance reporting, monthly and year-end closing, internal controls, fixed assets, partner accounting, audit, tax, accounts payable, and compliance processes, ad hoc reporting, special projects and other areas assigned. The Assistant Controller will manage a team of 2 or more personnel and work closely with outside tax and audit accounting firms, along with other members of the Accounting and Finance team. Key Responsibilities • Supervise, coach, and develop staff; establish clear responsibilities, review work, support cross-training, and promote consistent performance and accountability. • Oversee general ledger and balance sheet accounts for accuracy and visibility; review and approve reconciliations, journal entries, invoice and expense requests, and related activities, including enhanced controls within delegated authority. • Coordinate with billing, accounts payable, cash receipting, payroll teams and others to facilitate and ensure accurate financial data and reporting. • Oversee and manage the monthly and year-end closing; review financial statements for accuracy, completeness, and consistency; investigate and resolve discrepancies timely. • Manage fixed asset system and accounting to include fixed asset acquisitions, depreciation and disposal records, as well as any construction-in-progress records, processes and reporting. • Assist in partner accounting activities, including income distributions, paid-in capital accounting and reconciliations. • Coordinate and manage the annual financial statement audit, including timeline and milestones, as well as any other compliance audits, including preparation of all schedules, information requests and auditor communications. • Participate in the annual operating expense/capital budget and periodic forecast requests for accounts or areas of oversight. • Assist in preparing and/or coordinating annual, quarterly and otherwise required taxes, including preparation of K-1s, composite/pass-through entity/withholding state elections & returns, tax residency certificates, personal property tax, and like activities. • Ensure compliance with internal controls, firm policies and external audit requirements and make recommendations to Controller for enhancements. • Create, maintain and update internal documentation, process guidelines and other instructions, as needed or requested. • Participate in the implementation of new and/or improved technologies to increase the efficiency and effectiveness of the department and areas of oversight. • Perform other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications • Minimum 7 years of accounting experience and 2 years of supervisory experience • Must be highly skilled in handling financial and numeric data with proven analytical, mathematical, and critical thinking skills • Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills • Must be highly skilled in handling financial and numeric data with proven analytical, mathematical, and critical thinking skills • Strong understanding of accounting principles, conventions, and standards • Meticulous, organized and ability to read, analyze, and process complex financial statements and documents. • Ability to multi-task and prioritize workloads. • Enjoys a dynamic environment and seeks to add value. • Ability to manage and develop others. • Must possess discretion in working with confidential data. • Excellent digital literacy skills, technical dexterity, and advanced knowledge of MS Office Suite with specific proficiency in Excel, Access, and PowerPoint. Preferred Qualifications • Law firm or professional services experience • Prior experience with Aderant or Sage systems is highly preferred Education A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with a concentration in accounting. Master’s Degree and/or CPA accreditation strongly preferred. Please send resumes to [email protected] Tagged as: Assistant Controller