Assistant Controller / Controller

Remote (Work From Home)
Schedule: New York (EST) | Full-time

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Assistant Controller / Controller to lead corporate accounting and the monthly close process for a growing US-based business. This role is hands-on and focused on booking journal entries, maintaining clean general ledger records, and preparing accurate financials for reporting.

This position is not AR/AP- or Treasury-heavy. We are looking for a high-quality accounting professional with strong tenure, proven stability, and the intention to grow long-term with the company.

Key Responsibilities

Corporate Accounting & Month-End Close

Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process
Prepare and post journal entries throughout the month (accruals, prepaids, amortizations, reclasses, adjustments)
Maintain and reconcile balance sheet accounts with strong audit-ready documentation
Ensure the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of the general ledger in NetSuite
Apply and maintain US GAAP–compliant accounting practices

Financial Reporting & Audit Support

Prepare schedules and support for management and external financial reporting
Assist in the preparation of financial statements and reporting packages
Partner with FP&A, leadership, and external accountants as needed
Support audit and review processes, including responding to auditor requests

Systems, Controls & Process Improvement

Serve as the accounting subject-matter expert for NetSuite
Maintain and improve close checklists, reconciliations, and documentation
Strengthen internal controls over financial reporting
Identify and implement accounting process improvements as the business scales

Industry-Specific Accounting (HVAC)

Apply accounting knowledge specific to the HVAC industry, including:

Job costing and project-based accounting
Revenue recognition for service, maintenance, and installation contracts
Accruals related to labor, materials, and subcontractors

Ensure accurate period cutoffs aligned with operational activity

Qualifications

Required

6–10+ years of progressive experience in US corporate accounting
Hands-on ownership of month-end close
Strong working experience with NetSuite
Solid understanding and application of US GAAP
Experience booking and reviewing journal entries
Strong balance sheet reconciliation and documentation skills
Experience in or exposure to the HVAC or construction services industry
Stable work history demonstrating long-term tenure
Excellent written and verbal English communication skills

Preferred

CPA (US or equivalent) or CPA-track
Prior Assistant Controller or Controller experience
Experience working remotely with US-based teams
Experience supporting audits for US entities

Ideal Candidate Profile

Highly detail-oriented and process-driven
Dependable, consistent, and deadline-focused
Comfortable owning accounting end-to-end
Looking for a long-term role, not frequent job changes
Confident working independently in a remote environment

Why Join Us

Fully remote, work-from-home role
New York–aligned schedule
Clear accounting ownership with minimal operational distractions
Opportunity to grow into or operate at a Controller level
Long-term stability and trust-based work environment

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