Assistant Controller

We are seeking an experienced and highly analytical Assistant Controller to play a critical role in managing the company's financial operations, accounting policies, and reporting functions. Reporting directly to the Controller, the Assistant Controller will oversee the daily activities of the accounting team, ensure compliance with GAAP standards, and contribute significantly to the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes. The ideal candidate has strong technical accounting expertise, proven leadership skills, and a commitment to process efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

1. Accounting and Financial Reporting

• Financial Close: Manage and execute the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, ensuring timely and accurate completion.
• General Ledger (GL) Oversight: Review and approve journal entries, reconciliations, and account analyses for complex accounts.
• Reporting: Prepare accurate and timely internal and external financial statements in accordance with US GAAP (or IFRS, as applicable).
• Variance Analysis: Lead the analysis of financial results, interpreting trends and variances for management review.
• Technical Accounting: Research and document technical accounting issues and policies, ensuring compliance with current standards.

2. Compliance and Controls

• Internal Controls: Maintain and strengthen the internal control environment to safeguard company assets and ensure data integrity.
• Audit Management: Serve as a primary point of contact for external auditors, managing the preparation of schedules and documentation required for the annual audit.
• Tax Compliance: Assist in the preparation of tax filings, ensuring adherence to local, state, and federal requirements.

3. Leadership and Management

• Team Supervision: Directly supervise, mentor, and train accounting staff (e.g., Accountants, AP/AR Specialists).
• Process Improvement: Identify and implement efficiencies in accounting procedures, systems, and workflows to streamline operations.
• Cross-Functional Support: Collaborate closely with departments such as FP&A, Operations, and IT to ensure financial accuracy across the organization.

Qualifications and Skills

Required

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Experience: Minimum of 5 years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 2 years in a management or senior role.
• Certification: Active CPA (Certified Public Accountant) license is strongly preferred (or required, depending on company needs).
• Technical Proficiency: Deep understanding of US GAAP and financial reporting requirements.
• Software: Advanced proficiency in a major ERP system (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite) and Microsoft Excel.

Job Type: Full-time

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Karachi Gulshan-E-Iqbal: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Application Question(s):

• Please acknowledge that this is a nightshift(8pm-4am)

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• controller: 4 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• CPA or ACCA or QBO certification (Preferred)

Work Location: In person