Assistant Controller

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At Novogradac, we value individuals who bring unique perspectives and bold ideas. If you’re eager to contribute to an inclusive, innovative environment where your personal and professional growth is encouraged and supported, we invite you to explore this exciting opportunity with us.

Position Summary:

The Assistant Controller will be responsible for the direct management of the Accounts Payable and General Ledger functions and will collaborate with the Accounting Manager on the Accounts Receivable and Time & Billing functions. Additionally, this position will perform the initial review of the financial statements and manage the month-end and annual close processes to ensure accuracy, compliance, and timely reporting. This role reports to the Director of Accounting.

The firm has one available position in either Austin, TX; Long Beach, CA; or Dover, OH. Some positions at Novogradac may be open to remote or hybrid work arrangements depending on business needs. Please discuss available options with your recruiter.

Your Contributions and Responsibilities

• Responsible for the direct management of the Accounts Payable (AP) and General Ledger (GL) staff and functions.

• Monitor workflow and quality of work, provide feedback and set-up training plans for Accounting Operations teams including General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and Time & Billing.

• Own the month-end and annual closing processes, including reviewing and posting of journal entries and account reconciliations. 

• Conduct initial review of the monthly financial statements for accuracy and completeness.

• Manage workflows and improve processes and procedures for better efficiency within the financial statement and accounts payable processes.

• Implement accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls; evaluate and streamline processes to improve efficiency and compliance.

• Review fixed assets depreciation and capitalization schedules. 

• Manage cash and treasury-related activities, including weekly cash flow forecasting, monitoring bank activity, and uploading electronic and check payments and disbursements.

• Final review of vendor invoice payments and credit card statement reconciliations.

• Monitor the AP team’s adherence to vendor contract terms.

• Maintain updates and configuration changes related to the Company’s ERP system and support Finance Department software and process improvement initiatives.

• Additional ad hoc duties and projects as assigned.

Your Background and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance plus a minimum of 7-10 years of progressively responsible accounting or finance experience, including 3-5 years in a supervisory or managerial role and/or an appropriate balance of education and work experience.

• CPA license and experience working in a professional services firm.

• Display strong analytical skills, including the ability to gather information, conduct analyses, present findings, and create solutions.

• Strong understanding of financial reporting and general ledger structure.

• Superior organizational and follow-through skills, performing work accurately with strong attention to detail.

• Ability to meet deadlines and effectively prioritize a fast-paced and varied workload, effectively manage a variety of concurrent and shifting priorities.

• Strong computer skills, including solid skills in the Microsoft Office suite, in particular with Excel, as well as experience using accounting software systems.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, as well as strong leadership and management skills.

Why work with us?

Novogradac is committed to fostering a welcoming workplace where all employees feel valued and empowered to grow. We believe in offering a supportive, balanced work environment that encourages professional growth and work-life integration.

We are proud to offer: 

• Increased number of paid holidays per year

• Competitive salaries with continuous review of market conditions

• Flexible working hours and work arrangements

• Remote and hybrid opportunities

• Inclusive workplace, providing strong professional growth and development opportunities

The benefits of joining our team

• Strong growth opportunities

• Competitive benefits package

• 401(k) package with firm profit-sharing

• Discretionary annual bonuses for eligible positions & CPA bonus plan

• Strong emphasis on quality work-life integration

• Dress for your day policy

• Resources of a national firm

• Opportunities to engage with our active Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), affinity groups, and advance your career within a supportive, inclusive environment

• Compensation: $121,000 - $164,000 depending on experience.  More is possible if experience dictates.

Don’t Meet Every Single Qualification?

After reviewing this job posting, are you hesitating to apply because you don’t meet all the listed requirements? At Novogradac, we are dedicated to building a workplace supported by unique perspectives and experiences, so if you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we still encourage you to apply.

You may still be the right candidate for this or one of our other roles.

Get to know us better!

We’re Novogradac, a national certified public accounting and consulting firm headquartered in San Francisco. Founded in 1989, the allied group of Novogradac companies has grown to more than 900 employees and partners with more than 25 offices throughout the country.

Novogradac is one of the nation’s top 40 certified public accounting and consulting firms and is a recognized leader in real estate and community development. Novogradac provides publicly and privately held national enterprises with a full spectrum of audit, tax, valuation, expert witness and litigation support, property compliance and general consulting services and works extensively in the affordable housing, community development, historic preservation and renewable energy fields.

Ready to learn more?

To be considered for this position, interested candidates MUST apply via our company website:  https://www.novoco.com/careers.

Commitment to Inclusion

Novogradac is committed to ensuring a fair and inclusive recruitment process, making reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities or special needs throughout the application process. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to apply, as we believe that unique perspectives strengthen our ability to achieve excellence.

At Novogradac, we offer a variety of Employee Resource Groups and Affinity Groups to provide all employees with opportunities to connect, collaborate, and support one another in the workplace.

Novogradac & Company LLP offers a progressive work environment, competitive pay and an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, life/disability insurance, commuter flex accounts and a 401(k). 

Novogradac and Company LLP is an equal opportunity employer. Novogradac’s culture is centered on education, acceptance, innovation and opportunity. We value diversity and respect the different perspectives that each of our employees bring to Novogradac no matter their age, race, religion, gender identity or sexual orientation. We are committed to creating an equitable and inclusive workplace for our entire workforce.

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