Position: Assistant Controller
Location: Wheat Ridge, CO
Compensation: $115K- $130K
Benefits: 4% match 401K; full health package, 3 Weeks PTO + 11 paid holidays
RemX is proud to represent our prestigious industrial construction client in the Denver Metro area who is seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented Assistant Controller to support and strengthen their financial and accounting operations. Reporting directly to the Controller with a dotted line to the CFO, this role plays a key part in managing the close process, maintaining strong internal controls and ensuring full compliance with GAAP. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on accounting professional who thrives in a dynamic environment and is motivated to lead process improvements while developing a high-performing team.
Responsibilities
- Supervise, mentor, and develop junior accounting staff, promoting adherence to established processes
- Support the preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulatory standards
- Lead and manage month/year-end close processes, including journal entries and GL reconciliations
- Develop, implement and monitor internal control policies and procedures to safeguard company asset and ensure compliance
- Serve as the primary point of contact for external auditors, preparing schedules and documentation
- Partner with Controller to support budgeting and forecasting activities including variance analysis and financial planning
- Identify and implement process improvements to streamline accounting operations, enhance efficiency and reduce costs
- Support financial transformation and system improvement initiatives
Requirements
- Min 5-7 years of progressive accounting experience, with prior leadership responsibilities preferred
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
- Advanced knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting requirements
- Highly knowledgeable with multi-state sales and use tax laws
- Excellent organizational, analytical and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail
- Ability to work effectively and efficiently and to meet deadlines with multi-shifting priorities
- Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across teams and levels of the organization
- Advanced MS Excel skills and experience working with accounting ERP
- Proficiency with Vista View and/or Timberline a plus