Top Assistant Controller Jobs in Boston, MA

Manage day-to-day financial reporting, general ledger accuracy, month-end close, and client reporting for nonprofit clients. Coordinate project tasks, review balance sheets and account classifications, prepare reporting packages and work papers, and assist in managing accountants and developing best practices.

The Assistant Controller manages accounting functions for nonprofit clients, advises on accounting and finance best practices, oversees multiple client projects and deadlines, prepares and analyzes financial statements, and recommends improvements. The role requires maintaining knowledge of organizational policies, applicable federal and state directives, and current accounting standards while supporting client relationships and professional development.

Lead accounting, financial reporting, and compliance for a public government contractor. Oversee SEC reporting, SOX, FAR/DFARS/CAS compliance, government audits, monthly close, revenue recognition, equity accounting, payroll, and a team of accountants while partnering cross-functionally and supporting audits, M&A, and strategic initiatives.

Lead technical accounting, external audits, SOX readiness, and month-end close automation. Build data flows between warehouse and NetSuite, automate reconciliations, deploy AI across accounting, and oversee AP/AR/cash operations.

The Assistant Controller will manage accounting functions for clients, provide financial consulting, prepare financial statements, and maintain industry knowledge.

Lead and supervise a team of accountants to prepare accurate, timely property financial statements for multiple clients. Manage reconciliations, rent roll reviews, budgeting, client and auditor communications, staffing, performance reviews, and audit responses while coordinating with Controller/CFO and operations to implement policies and improvements.

Manage accounting for the Newton plant including month-end close, journal entries, reconciliations, forecasts and budgets, inventory cycle counts, cost analysis, support audits and SOX compliance, and partner on SAP and Power BI projects to drive cost reductions and process improvements.

Lead accounting operations, manage month-end close and financial reporting, ensure US GAAP and SOX compliance, support external audits, mentor a global accounting team, and drive process improvements and automation across the finance function.

Supports corporate accounting and financial operations, including general ledger, revenue recognition, billing, financial reporting, audits, tax, treasury, GAAP compliance, and internal controls. Partners across Finance, Sales, and Revenue Operations to improve order-to-cash processes and systems. Supports ERP enhancements, accounting policy implementation, process automation, M&A integrations, financial carve-outs, KPI development, and accounting team mentoring.

Assist the Controller managing accounting functions including accounts payable, pledge and donated securities accounting, payroll backup, month-end close, GAAP financial statements and disclosures, pension and tax audit support, regulatory filings, endowment tracking, balance sheet analysis, and process automation initiatives.

Lead global accounting operations including monthly/annual close, consolidation, and financial reporting. Drive technical accounting, audits, and ASC 606 compliance. Support ERP implementation, automate processes, document controls, and lead a small accounting team while partnering with Finance, FP&A, Tax, Treasury, and Operations.

Lead and support full‑accrual month‑end close, journal entries, reconciliations, A/P, A/R, payroll, and financial reporting. Clean up general ledger activity, assist with cash flow, disclosures, budgeting and annual planning. Communicate with clients and auditors, improve processes and internal controls, help implement accounting systems, and supervise staff as needed.

Serve as Assistant Controller for government-focused client accounting, managing multiple clients, preparing and analyzing financial statements, advising on accounting best practices, maintaining GAAP compliance, and providing project management and client advisory services.

Support the Controller by owning month-end close tasks, reconciliations, journal entries, and accounting processes (revenue, leases, fixed assets). Manage AP/AR, cash disbursements, and 1–2 direct reports. Enhance processes, coordinate cross-functional close dependencies, support audits/tax, and maintain organized supporting documentation to ensure timely, accurate financial reporting.

Lead month-end close, manage general ledger, reconciliations, and financial statement preparation. Oversee audits and internal controls, drive system implementations, process improvements, and acquisition integrations. Partner cross-functionally, leverage technology to improve accounting efficiency, and provide financial analysis and recommendations to support strategic decisions.

The Assistant Controller manages US financial reporting, overseeing month-end close, ensuring compliance with US GAAP, and leading an accounting team while collaborating cross-functionally.

Lead global month-end close, technical accounting (ASC 606/842, stock comp, business combinations), international consolidation, audits, and process automation. Manage and develop accounting staff, partner with FP&A, oversee equity accounting and payroll tie-outs, support M&A and treasury activities, and drive systems and controls improvements for a growing international SaaS company.

The Assistant Controller will mentor staff, ensure compliance with US GAAP, manage multi-location accounting, and perform financial analyses for a growing restaurant brand.

Lead client engagements for VC/PE fund clients, manage workflow and junior staff, maintain general ledgers (Xero), reconcile investments and bank activity, drive month-end close, prepare/review quarterly financials, coordinate audits and tax work, use FundPanel for investor communications, and coach junior team members while proactively developing technical skills.

Lead month-end and quarter-end close for multiple health plans; manage accounting staff; prepare GAAP and NAIC statutory financials and tax filings; coordinate external audits; develop technical accounting policy and internal controls; support regulatory compliance and special financial reporting projects.

Lead technical accounting, financial reporting, and accounting operations globally. Own U.S. GAAP research, policy, and audit-ready documentation; manage close, payroll, O2C, reconciliations, and multi-currency consolidation; strengthen controls and SOX readiness; build and coach a high-performing accounting team; drive process standardization, automation, and practical AI adoption; partner with Finance, Legal, Tax, auditors, and executive leadership on complex accounting matters.

Support the Business Unit Controller in accounting and FP&A: prepare monthly management reporting, budgets, forecasts, cash flow, SOX compliance and audits, analyze P&L and balance sheet drivers, manage transactional flows (O2C, P2P, MTO), and lead process improvements and staff development.

The Assistant Controller will oversee financial reporting, maintain internal controls, and automate accounting processes while partnering with the finance team and external auditors.

Support the Regional Controller by preparing, reviewing, and distributing hotel financial statements; reconcile balance sheets; manage audits; produce cash forecasts and tax filings; review AP/payroll and bank/credit card activity; lead process improvements across accounting systems and assist with property transitions.

Lead global close, consolidation, and external/internal reporting; ensure U.S. GAAP compliance and SOX controls; coordinate audits and statutory reporting; partner with regional teams; drive standardization, automation and continuous improvement; coach controllership staff and support technical accounting across multiple jurisdictions.