Assistant Controller

Location: Onsite in New York, NY

A high-growth, publicly traded energy company is seeking an experienced and hands-on Assistant Controller to support its global accounting operations. Reporting directly to the Global Controller, this critical role will help lead the monthly close process, improve internal controls, and drive day-to-day accounting execution across multiple entities and jurisdictions.

This is a highly visible opportunity for a dynamic finance professional to step into a leadership role, influence operational change, and work closely with senior stakeholders across the organization. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, public company experience, and a collaborative mindset.

Key Responsibilities

Close Process & Reporting

• Lead the preparation and review of journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting deliverables under US GAAP and internal frameworks.
• Own the monthly close calendar and coordinate with internal teams to ensure accurate and timely results.
• Ensure proper accounting of P&L activity and balance sheet integrity, with ongoing variance analysis and cost center accuracy.

Accounting Operations

• Oversee core accounting functions including GL, AP, AR, fixed assets, payroll, and employee expenses.
• Identify and execute system enhancements (Oracle Fusion environment), streamline workflows, and automate recurring tasks.
• Collaborate with the technical accounting team on research and documentation of key accounting issues.

Internal Controls & Compliance

• Partner with internal stakeholders to maintain SOX compliance and strengthen the overall control environment.
• Support external audits and quarterly reviews by managing audit requests, reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
• Assess existing controls and recommend improvements to enhance risk management and operational efficiency.

Leadership & Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Mentor and develop junior accounting staff while fostering a high-performance, team-oriented culture.
• Work closely with FP&A, Tax, Treasury, and other key business partners to align controllership functions with business operations.
• Play a key role in financial transformation and process improvement initiatives across the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting; active CPA required
• 8–10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including a mix of public accounting (Big 4 preferred) and corporate controllership roles
• Experience in public company environments with strong familiarity in SOX and SEC reporting
• Expert understanding of US GAAP; IFRS knowledge a plus
• Prior exposure to Oracle Fusion or similar ERP platforms preferred
• Excellent leadership, project management, and communication skills
• Self-starter mentality with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment