Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes for US and international entities
Prepare and review consolidated financial statements in accordance with US GAAP
Review journal entries, intercompany transactions, eliminations, and balance sheet reconciliations
Oversee foreign currency translation, remeasurement, and consolidation adjustments
Revenue Recognition & Project Accounting
Oversee revenue recognition under ASC 606 for time and materials, fixed fee, and managed services engagements
Manage project accounting including billing, unbilled receivables and deferred revenue
Technical Accounting, Compliance & Controls
Serve as a technical accounting resource for complex transactions, contract review, and international accounting matters
Maintain accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls across multiple legal entities
Support external audits, including coordination for international entities
Partner with tax advisors on international compliance matters, including transfer pricing support and statutory reporting
Leadership & Process Improvement
Lead, mentor, and develop accounting team members, including staff supporting international operations
Drive process improvements, automation, and system enhancements for multi-entity accounting and consolidation
Assist with ERP, PSA, and financial system implementations or optimizations
Strengthen intercompany processes, closing calendars, and documentation
Business Partnership & Special Projects
Collaborate cross functionally with FP&A, Operations, HR, IT, and Legal
Support budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management for global operations
Participate in strategic initiatives such as international expansion, acquisitions, or new market entry
Requirements
Required
Active CPA license
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
7-10 years of progressive accounting experience
Experience supporting international entities, intercompany accounting, and financial consolidations
Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, including revenue recognition (ASC 606) and foreign currency accounting
Preferred
MBA or Master's degree in Accounting or Finance
Professional services or technology consulting experience
Prior experience supervising or managing accounting staff
Hands-on experience with ERP and PSA systems supporting multi-entity structures (e.g., NetSuite, FinancialForce, or similar)
Experience driving process automation, system optimization
Experience implementing AI ‑ enabled finance initiatives
Skills & Competencies
Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with attention to detail
Ability to manage complexity across multiple entities and geographies
Effective communicator who can translate accounting concepts to nonfinance stakeholders
Proven ability to meet deadlines in a fast paced, growth-oriented environment
Handson leader with a continuous improvement mindset and global perspective
Spaulding Ridge is committed to helping team members thrive in their work and life, and we invest in comprehensive total rewards to support this goal.
Spaulding Ridge is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The base salary range for this position in the United States acros
Benefits
Health insuranceDental insuranceVision insurance401(k)Parental leave
Additional Information
Spaulding Ridge is an advisory and IT implementation firm. We help global organizations get financial clarity into the complex, daily sales, and operational decisions that impact profitable revenue generations, efficient operational performance, and reliable financial management.
At Spaulding Ridge, we believe all business is personal. Core to our values is our relationships with our clients, our business partners, our team, and the global community. Our employees dedicate their time to helping our clients transform their business, from strategy through implementation and business transformation.
The Assistant Controller is a key leadership role within the Finance organization of a midmarket technology consulting firm. This position supports the Controller in managing accounting operations, financial reporting, and internal controls across both domestic and international entities. The role will help scale finance processes to support growth using automation, AI ‑ enabled tools, process improvement and system optimization while ensuring accurate multi ‑ entity consolidations and compliance with U.S. GAAP. The ideal candidate is a CPA with strong technical accounting skills, experience in project-based consulting environments, and the ability to partner with business leaders in a dynamic, global organization.
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