Junior Controller

The Junior Controller supports the company’s financial and accounting operations, including financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, payroll, and internal controls. The Junior Controller assists with the preparation and analysis of financial statements, monitors budget variances, supports month-end and year-end closing activities, and helps identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and financial performance. This position also collaborates with Human Resources on payroll, employee-related financial matters, and HR processes as needed. Experience or exposure to an HR Business Partner role is a plus.

Job Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and management reports.
• Support month-end and year-end closing activities, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and general ledger maintenance.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, cash flow monitoring, and financial analysis.
• Monitor budget variances, analyze financial trends, and communicate significant discrepancies to the Controller or management.
• Help maintain and improve accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls to ensure accuracy and minimize financial risk.
• Oversee or assist with accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliations, and payroll processing.
• Ensure accounting records are maintained accurately and in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Assist with annual audits by preparing supporting documentation and coordinating requests from external auditors.
• Support tax filings, regulatory reporting, and compliance with applicable local, state, and federal requirements.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, reporting accuracy, and operational efficiency.
• Collaborate with Human Resources on payroll reconciliations, employee-related expenses, benefits accounting, and other HR-related financial matters.
• Support management with financial data, performance metrics, and ad hoc financial analysis.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and general ledger accounting.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Experience with accounting software or enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.
• Ability to work collaboratively with Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, and other departments.
• Knowledge of payroll processes, internal controls, and regulatory compliance is preferred.
• Exposure to HR Business Partner responsibilities or cross-functional HR collaboration is a plus.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field required.
• Two to five years of relevant accounting or finance experience preferred.
• Experience with financial reporting, account reconciliations, budgeting, and month-end closing activities preferred.
• Experience with payroll accounting or HR-related processes is an advantage.
• CPA or CMA certification, or progress toward certification, is a plus.
• Experience supporting or partnering with Human Resources in an HR Business Partner capacity is a plus.