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Assistant Controller

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United States; Canada , Atlanta ▼

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Contract Type:
Employment contract

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Salary:

110000.00 - 150000.00 USD; CAD / Year
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Job Description:

As an Assistant Controller at FreshBooks, you will oversee essential accounting functions while guiding a specialized Finance team. You will be tasked with enhancing the efficiency of our financial workflows and refining the systems that support our accounting practices. By managing the month-end close cycle, you will guarantee that all financial reporting is both precise and delivered on schedule. This role requires a balance of deep technical proficiency and strong leadership to implement scalable processes that keep pace with our company’s expansion.

Job Responsibility:

  • Lead and oversee the month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance with GAAP
  • Supervise, mentor, and develop a team of accounting professionals, including setting objectives and providing performance feedback
  • Establish, maintain, and recommend improvements for operational accounting procedures and internal controls to enhance efficiency
  • Review and approve journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statements
  • Optimize and scale the use of NetSuite through new features, integrations, and automation
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with operations and technology teams to resolve issues and support business initiatives
  • Support external auditors and tax advisors, and assist leadership with cash management, budgeting, and forecasting

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
  • CPA required
  • 5+ years of accounting experience, including team supervision and month-end close responsibilities
  • Strong understanding of US GAAP and internal accounting best practices
  • Experience with NetSuite required
  • Demonstrated ability to manage complex reconciliations and journal entries
  • Strong Excel skills and general systems-savvy
  • Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks with strong attention to detail

Nice to have:

  • Experience with system integrations or automation
  • Capability to make independent decisions and recommend process improvements
  • An eagerness to positively contribute to a collaborative, values-driven culture
What we offer:
  • Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
  • Generous time off including a flexible vacation plan
  • Retirement savings program or pension plan matched to your local office
  • Stock options for every full-time employee
  • Parental leave and new parent support
  • Annual healthy living credit
  • Comprehensive medical and dental benefits
  • Fertility and gender-affirming benefits
  • Peer Recognition Program
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Headphone credit
  • Meaningful in-person gatherings
  • Home office credit
  • Supportive peer group, mentors, and leaders
  • Accelerated growth
  • Comprehensive company onboarding
  • Career development through continuous coaching, training, and learning on the job

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
May 15, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
Remote work
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