Assistant Controller (9 month contract)

Job description

About the Role 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. NOTE: This role can be worked remotely from the above location. What You'll Do: - 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 a...