Top Assistant Controller Jobs in NYC, NY

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.

Manages full-cycle accounting and month-end close for multiple operating companies, including journal entries, reconciliations, variance analysis, audits, and GAAP compliance. Leads and develops the accounting team, coordinates with cross-functional stakeholders, improves processes, and supports adoption of accounting software and tools. The role requires strong financial reporting expertise, organization, communication, and the ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.

The Assistant Controller oversees daily accounting operations, general ledger integrity, month-end close, financial reporting, reconciliations, forecasting, and regulatory filings. The role manages compliance for government grants, Medicaid, Medicare, OASAS, and DHS funding; prepares Medicaid Cost Reports and Consolidated Fiscal Reports; maintains internal controls; and supervises accounting and accounts receivable staff. The position also supports financial modeling, real estate projects, strategic resource allocation, and organizational leadership initiatives.

Supports the Controller in leading accounting operations, financial close, reporting, audits, internal controls, ERP systems, compliance, and process improvement. Oversees general ledger integrity, reconciliations, variance analysis, financial statements, audit coordination, and accounting data quality. Supervises and develops accounting staff while partnering with executives, operational teams, IT, and external vendors to improve finance processes and reporting automation.

Oversee month-end and quarter-end close, technical accounting, audits, controls, financial reporting, and accounting systems. Lead process improvements and financial system optimization while ensuring GAAP compliance. Manage, mentor, and develop the accounting team; partner with the Controller on policy and audit readiness. The role also supports multi-entity accounting, system scalability, and special projects in a high-growth B2B SaaS environment.

Leads accounting operations, financial close, technical accounting, SEC reporting support, SOX internal controls, audit coordination, treasury operations, ERP transformation, process improvement, and remote accounting team development. Requires CPA certification, 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, strong U.S. GAAP expertise, public accounting and public company experience, and knowledge of enterprise financial systems.

Oversee financial close, GAAP reporting, lease accounting, controls, budgeting, forecasting, cash management, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and spend compliance for a real estate portfolio. Lead finance staff, review financial analysis, manage purchase orders and client requirements, support quarterly business reviews, monitor KPIs, and implement process improvements. Partner with property teams and senior leadership while ensuring accurate reporting and client policy compliance.

Assistant Controller will lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes; oversee general ledger, accounts payable, payroll, fixed assets, and expense reporting; ensure U.S. GAAP compliance; coordinate audits and tax requirements; improve accounting systems and processes; and supervise accounting staff or outsourced partners. The role supports financial reporting, internal controls, ERP enhancements, and operational scaling in a fast-growing SaaS environment.

The Assistant Controller manages statutory accounting, month-end close, general ledger activity, reconciliations, financial reporting, consolidations, intercompany transactions, transfer pricing, audits, banking, payroll compliance, and external service providers across international management company entities. The role also develops internal controls, improves processes, supports automation, and partners with Controllers, senior leadership, and global finance teams. A CPA, accounting or finance degree, financial services experience, and knowledge of U.S. GAAP, IFRS, and UK GAAP are required.

The Assistant Controller will oversee accounting operations, month-end and year-end close, financial statement preparation, regulatory reporting, net capital computations, variance analysis, audits, internal controls, and accounting policy documentation. The role supports an SEC-registered security-based swap dealer and requires collaboration with the Controller and CFO. Responsibilities also include invoice review, systems and process improvements, and serving as backup for the Controller.

Manage relationships with multiple venture capital and private equity clients while overseeing accounting workflows, reconciliations, journal entries, general ledgers, month-end close, investment records, financial statements, audits, and tax coordination. Review junior team members’ work, delegate tasks, provide coaching, and support complex accounting matters involving US GAAP, partnership accounting, and allocation waterfalls. Use Xero, FundPanel, and Excel to deliver accurate client reporting and investor correspondence.

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.

Own monthly, quarterly, and annual US GAAP close processes across multiple entities, including consolidated reporting and statutory filings. Maintain and expand SOX controls, apply complex technical accounting standards, support CFTC and regulatory filings, improve accounting systems and workflows, advise on product launches and M&A, and mentor junior accounting staff.

Supervise the Payroll Examination Unit and oversee accurate, timely payroll processing. Responsibilities include reviewing payroll reports, resolving discrepancies, approving supplemental and special payments, reconciling payroll summaries, ensuring compliance with payroll policies and collective bargaining agreements, supervising staff, preparing management reports, training employees, and improving internal controls and procedures.

The Assistant Controller supports accounting and business operations, including monthly financial statements, annual budgets, audits, system implementations, and operational metric calculations. The role partners with district managers and teams across operations, sales, and customer service, gaining broad business exposure. Responsibilities may include riding with drivers and sales staff and learning billing processes. Candidates need an accounting or finance degree, strong Excel and accounting-system skills, initiative, and willingness to relocate for advancement.

The Assistant Controller will manage accounting operations, including the close process and financial reporting, while ensuring compliance with US GAAP.

The Assistant Controller will manage accounting and finance functions, implement technology solutions during acquisitions, and ensure compliance with US GAAP. Responsibilities include GL processes, monthly close, financial statements, and external auditor coordination.

Supports the Regional Controller with regional accounting, finance, and administrative operations. Responsibilities include supervising accounting staff, overseeing project accounting, managing cash collections and forecasts, preparing budgets and rolling P&L forecasts, monitoring work-in-progress, coordinating insurance programs, and ensuring subcontractor compliance. The role partners closely with project management, corporate finance, risk management, and regional leadership.

Leads university-wide accounting, treasury, financial reporting, audits, internal controls, tax filings, debt issuance, investments, and financial planning. Manages accounting, payroll, grants, purchasing, and treasury teams while overseeing banking, endowment, benefit plan, and real estate financial activities. Partners with auditors, rating agencies, trustees, legal counsel, HR, budget, and facilities teams. Improves financial systems, data integrity, reporting, controls, and technology-enabled processes across multiple campuses.

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

Support VP of Accounting with month-end and year-end close, financial statement preparation, general ledger maintenance, reconciliations, cost allocation, fixed asset accounting, vouchers and receivable reconciliation, budgeting/forecasting, audit and tax support (including Form 990 and CHAR500), and accounting process improvements.

This role supervises hotel accounting operations, ensures compliance with regulations, prepares financial statements, and oversees payroll and accounts management.

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.

Supervise accounting operations, ensure compliance with laws, prepare financial reports, manage payroll and accounts, and assist in budgeting.

The Assistant Controller oversees financial reporting, manages college recovery accounts, coordinates audits, creates reports, and leads a team in improving procedures and customer service.