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We are looking for an Assistant Controller to join a logistics organization in New Hyde Park, New York. This role plays a central part in maintaining accurate financial operations, strengthening controls, and supporting reliable reporting across the business. The position also serves as a key partner to leadership by overseeing tax coordination, assisting with audit activities, and guiding the accounting team through critical close and compliance processes.
Job Responsibility:
Help drive monthly, quarterly, and year-end close activities to ensure financial results are completed accurately and on schedule
Evaluate journal entries, reconciliations, variance reviews, and supporting workpapers prepared by the accounting team to maintain reporting quality
Oversee key balance sheet areas by confirming proper support, documentation, and accountability for items such as accruals, reserves, prepaids, fixed assets, and leases
Work closely with FP&A to align accounting outputs with forecasting needs, management reporting, and explanation of business performance changes
Support the Controller in upholding accounting policies, internal controls, and standardized procedures across multiple entities
Apply U.S. GAAP consistently in areas including lease accounting, revenue treatment, intercompany transactions, accruals, and asset capitalization
Lead coordination of tax-related activities with outside advisors, including review of filings, management of notices, and support for audits and compliance requirements
Partner with operations, accounts payable, and procurement teams to strengthen sales and use tax practices, exemption tracking, and audit readiness
Assist with external audit preparation by organizing requested materials, supporting disclosures, and ensuring timely responses from the accounting team
Provide day-to-day direction and coaching to accounting staff while reinforcing accountability, documentation standards, and high-quality execution
Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
CPA designation is preferred
Hands-on experience with month-end close and general ledger accounting
Strong knowledge of financial reporting principles and internal control practices
Background supporting financial statement audits and external audit coordination
Understanding of tax compliance processes, including sales and use tax oversight and review of third-party filings
Ability to interpret and apply U.S. GAAP across complex accounting areas
Experience leading or mentoring accounting professionals in a deadline-driven environment
What we offer:
medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance