/Accounting Manager/Assistant Controller

Accounting Manager/Assistant Controller

Washington, DCusvia direct
// Job Type
Full Time
// Salary
Not disclosed
// Posted
2 months ago

About the Role

<span><span><span>We are seeking a highly skilled, hands‑on <b>Accounting Manager / Assistant Controller</b> to support our finance team during an employee leave. This contract role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast‑paced environment, enjoys rolling up their sleeves, and has strong technical accounting abilities. Experience in <b>non-profit trade associations</b> and proficiency with <b>NetSuite</b> are highly preferred.</span></span></span><br /> <br /> <span><span><span><b>Key Responsibilities</b></span></span></span> <ul> <li><span><span><span><span>Lead and manage the <b>month-end close</b> process, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.</span></span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span><span>Prepare and review <b>balance sheet reconciliations</b>, journal entries, and financial reports.</span></span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span><span>Serve as <b>backup for Accounts Payable (AP)</b>, including invoice processing and vendor management as needed.</span></span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span><span>Serve as <b>backup for payroll</b>, supporting preparation, review, and submission processes.</span></span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span><span>Maintain general ledger integrity and ensure compliance with organizational policies and accounting standards.</span></span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span><span>Collaborate with internal stakeholders to support audits, reporting, and ad hoc financial analysis.</span></span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span><span>Support process improvements and documentation as applicable.</span></span></span></span></li> </ul> <span><span><span><b>Qualifications</b></span></span></span> <ul> <li><span><span><span><span>Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA or CPA‑track a plus.</span></span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span><span><b>5+ years of progressive accounting experience</b>, ideally within a non‑profit or trade association.</span></span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span><span>Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and operational accounting.</span></span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span><span><b>NetSuite experience strongly preferred</b>; comfort with hands-on system work.</span></span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span><span>Experience supporting AP, payroll, and month-end close functions.</span></span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span><span>Detail-oriented, proactive, and able to work independently in a contract role.</span></span></span></span></li> <li><span><span><span><span>Excellent communication and organizational skills.</span></span></span></span></li> </ul> <div><br /> <span><span><span><span>IND4</span></span></span></span></div>

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