Assistant Controller - Accounting
We are seeking an Assistant Controller to join our growing Accounting Team. This role will be responsible for the oversight of accounting operations for the business such as general ledger, month-end close, reconciliations, fixed asset accounting, lender reporting, and tax filings. This position also supports audits and monitors adherence to financial standards and regulations. The Assistant Controller will report to the Corporate Controller and manage a team of 3.
DAILY TASKS & RESPONSIBILITIES (include, but not limited to):
- Research and analyze technical accounting issues
- Establish and maintain documented internal controls, policies & procedures
- Manage the month-end close process including monthly reconciliations and variance analysis
- Assist in planning and coordinating quarterly and annual audits, as required
- Support external tax partners for tax provision and support sales and use tax returns or other returns, as required
- Assist in preparing the annual budget plan
- Assist with the various audits
- Streamline systems and processes and initiate corrective actions when necessary
- Oversee the training and development of staff, including providing the staff with the necessary guidance and training to fulfill their job responsibilities and giving them regular feedback on their job performance
- Maintain professional and technical knowledge by keeping current on changes in accounting standards (U.S. GAAP) and reporting practices
- Other duties as assigned based on business need
ESSENTIAL SKILLS, CHARACTERISTICS, & EXPERIENCE:
- Strong leadership, communication and demonstrable business analysis and presentation skills
- Hands on with attention to detail are critical
- Keen organizational and problem-solving skills with ability to multi-task essential
- High level knowledge of MS Excel
- Ability to work with large amounts of complex data
- Public accounting experience
- Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or Business
- CPA required
- 10+ years of accounting experience with progressive responsibilities, with minimum 3 years of experience leading an accounting team
About Pond
Pond is an award-winning, full-service architecture, engineering, planning, construction management, and environmental services firm providing professional solutions to clients throughout the U.S. and globally for nearly 60 years. Pond’s staff of 800+ professionals provide a deep bench strength of experience and capabilities to offer customized solutions that help clients manage projects from concept to completion – and everything in between – with confidence and clarity. Pond is currently ranked as the 80th largest engineering and design firm by ENR, Atlanta’s #1 engineering firm by Atlanta Business Chronicle, and has been recognized as an Employer of the Year by Georgia ACEC and a Best Place to Work for Working Parents.
Additional Information
Many factors are considered when determining compensation at Pond, including scope and level of position, geographic location, candidate skill, knowledge and experience. Starting base pay may vary depending on these factors. Please see the hiring range associated with this posting for more information.
Additional cash incentives may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a range of medical, financial and/or other benefits dependent on position offered. Learn more about Pond’s comprehensive benefits offerings here.
All offers of employment made by Pond & Company are contingent upon satisfactory background check results. Pre-employment background checks will be conducted on all candidates that are offered a position at Pond in compliance with program policy as well as state and federal regulations. Additionally, offers may be contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment drug and alcohol test.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer that recognizes the value of diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Employment decisions at Pond are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, age, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state and local laws in jurisdictions where we operate. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at [email protected].
Apply for this position at careers.pondco.com.We are always looking for driven professionals of all disciplines to join our fast-growing company. For more information on our services, clientele, or employment opportunities, visit our website at www.pondco.com.
Should you run into any issues in completing the application, please reach out to [email protected] for assistance.
Other details
- Job Family Accounting
- Pay Type Salary
- Employment Indicator Mid
- Min Hiring Rate $120,000.00
- Max Hiring Rate $150,000.00
- Required Education Bachelor’s Degree
- Job Start Date Tuesday, May 27, 2025
- Peachtree Corners, GA, USA