Assistant Controller w/ Netsuite

We are looking for an experienced Assistant Controller to support core accounting operations and strengthen financial oversight for a long-term contract opportunity in Whately, Massachusetts. This position will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, coordinating close activities, and helping deliver timely reporting for leadership and external stakeholders. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, hands-on NetSuite experience, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and review monthly close activities by coordinating deadlines, reviewing entries, and helping ensure accurate and timely completion of financial results.
• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts, investigate variances, and resolve discrepancies to support reliable financial data.
• Prepare internal and external financial reports that provide clear insight into business performance and accounting activity.
• Assist with audit readiness by organizing documentation, responding to requests, and supporting financial statement audit processes.
• Review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules to uphold strong accounting controls and reporting accuracy.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to gather financial information, clarify accounting treatment, and improve reporting consistency.
• Utilize NetSuite to manage accounting workflows, monitor data integrity, and support day-to-day financial operations.
• Help identify opportunities to streamline accounting procedures and strengthen the efficiency of recurring close and reporting tasks.
• Proven experience supporting month-end close within a corporate or operational accounting environment.
• Strong working knowledge of general ledger management, account reconciliation, and financial reporting principles.
• Experience assisting with financial statement audits and preparing audit support documentation.
• Hands-on proficiency with NetSuite in an accounting or finance setting.
• Solid understanding of accounting processes, internal controls, and reporting accuracy standards.
• Ability to analyze financial information, identify discrepancies, and follow through on issue resolution.
• Strong organizational and communication skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.