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Assistant Controller

Vaco
$50.00 - $55.00 / hr
401(k), retirement plan
United States, New York, Rye
Apr 11, 2025
Assistant Controller Location: Rye, NY (Onsite - 5 days/week) Start Date: ASAP About the Role Our client, an innovative and mission-driven organization in the healthcare sector, is seeking a highly capable Assistant Controller to join their dynamic finance team. Based onsite in Rye, NY, this critical role offers the opportunity to drive key financial processes while working closely with executive leadership. The ideal candidate is a hands-on accounting professional who thrives in fast-paced environments, takes pride in producing clean, audit-ready financials, and brings a continuous improvement mindset. This is an exciting opportunity to be a part of a lean, collaborative team where your contributions directly impact strategic growth and operational excellence. Prior experience in the healthcare industry is highly preferred. Key Responsibilities Oversee and execute monthly financial close and multi-entity consolidations, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and consistency across reporting Lead audit preparation efforts, including compiling supporting documentation, maintaining GAAP compliance, and serving as a liaison to external auditors Manage foreign currency accounting and reconciliations, contributing to the integrity of international financial reporting Partner with leadership on process improvements and ERP implementation planning, with a focus on preparing for a NetSuite rollout Support senior finance leaders with internal reporting, cross-functional communication, and ongoing refinement of financial operations Requirements Must-Haves Demonstrated success in managing multi-entity consolidations and month-end close cycles Solid knowledge of U.S. GAAP and hands-on experience with external audit prep Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and comfort working with large, complex data sets Meticulous attention to detail, a strong sense of accountability, and a commitment to delivering accurate, actionable insights Willingness and ability to work fully onsite in Rye, NY Preferred Qualifications CPA designation Healthcare industry experience strongly preferred Exposure to foreign exchange (FX) accounting Involvement in ERP system implementations, ideally NetSuite Ideal Candidate Attributes A natural problem-solver and self-starter, able to operate independently while supporting a high-functioning team Comfortable in a lean and fast-paced environment, where agility and ownership are essential Detail-driven and quality-focused, with the ability to manage shifting priorities while maintaining structure Strong communicator who presents with professionalism and collaborates well across departments Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual's skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company's 401(k) retirement plan. Vaco by Highspring values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply. EEO Notice Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law. Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR@vaco.com . Vaco by Highspring also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal. By submitting to this position, you agree that you will be giving Vaco by Highspring the exclusive right to present your as a candidate for the foregoing employment opportunity. You further agree that you have represented information about yourself accurately and have not affirmatively misrepresented your qualifications. You also agree to maintain as confidential, to the fullest extent permitted by law, any information you learn from Vaco by Highspring about the position and you will limit disclosure of information about the position only to the extent necessary to perform any obligations in furtherance of your application. In exchange, Vaco by Highspring agrees to exercise reasonable efforts to represent you through all solicitation, job screening and resume dispersal. Privacy Notice Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries ("we," "our," or "Vaco by Highspring") respects your privacy and are committed to providing transparent notice of our policies. California residents may access Vaco by Highspring HR Notice at Collection for California Applicants and Employees here. Virginia residents may access our state specific policies here. Residents of all other states may access our policies here. Canadian residents may access our policies in English here and in French here. Residents of countries governed by GDPR may access our policies here. Pay Transparency Notice Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to: the individual's skill sets, experience and training; licensure and certification requirements; office location and other geographic considerations; other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.