Assistant Controller

JOB SUMMARY

The Assistant Controller at Doble Engineering will be responsible for leading and driving the monthly closing process and related activities, ensuring accuracy and completeness of the financial statements, and assisting the Controller with managing overall accounting operations for Doble Engineering. This role will serve as a key member of the accounting and finance leadership team and an instrumental player in the month end close, helping to develop policies and procedures to scale within the organization, strengthening internal controls, improving efficiency, and enhancing companywide financial analysis and reporting. This role will be based at our Marlborough, MA office report directly to the Controller.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for monthly and other period end (monthly, quarterly, and annual) accounting close cycles, preparing supplemental schedules and account reconciliations to ensure accurate financials are submitted within the close deadline
• Prepare the financial statement consolidation for the global consolidated entity, including reviewing subsidiary financial statements for compliance, preparing and presenting the consolidated financial statements to upper management
• Manage key areas of the monthly closing process and serve as the subject matter expert for ERP processes and accounting involving revenue recognition, commissions, inventory and cost accounting
• Review multiple element arrangements to ensure proper revenue allocation and accounting in accordance with US GAAP (ASC 606)
• Partner with department heads/operating areas to review financial results/analysis and support the business
• Maintain and manage GL master data as well as the preparation and posting of journal entries
• Assist with technical accounting research and analysis to ensure timely identification and compliance with evolving accounting guidance, provide US GAAP interpretation and prepare technical memorandums that document issues in a clear, logical and comprehensive manner
• Manage and oversee the intercompany accounting process to ensure proper elimination and research and resolve data discrepancies
• Oversight of the invoicing and settlement of intercompany transactions
• Review intercompany transfer pricing policies to ensure compliance with corporate policies and local requirements
• Assist with tax audits and prepare / coordinate tax documentation, as needed
• Assist with the development and preparation of a monthly reporting package, which supports management's financial analysis and review of results and KPIs
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, audit preparation, and strategic planning processes
• Serve as a key member of the accounting and finance leadership team, maintaining in-depth relationships with each member, participating in key decisions with the team and providing leadership and expertise to local leadership in areas relating to accounting
• Help to establish, evaluate, and monitor internal controls to ensure that accounting activities are in accordance with established legal, regulatory, US GAAP and company policies and procedures
• Lead projects and support process improvement initiatives
• Create and support a team environment by providing leadership, vision and challenging work
• Mentor and develop the skill sets of team members to ensure the highest performance standards for financial and accounting activities

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor's degree (required) in accounting, finance, business administration or related field; CPA, MS or MBA (preferred).

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:

• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including 5+ years of managerial experience and leading others
• Proficient in ERP systems (Microsoft Business Central or similar) and Microsoft Office suite. Experience with OneStream and data analysis tools like Power BI and advanced Excel (preferred)

• Strong technical accounting skills and knowledge of US GAAP
• Foundational understanding of internal controls, audit methods, core business procedures, risks, and related exposure

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment
• Strong sense of ethics and ability to raise issues/concerns in a professional manner
• Demonstrated drive for process improvement
• Excellent leadership capabilities
• Outstanding communication skills to effectively present to and engage with a wide range of audiences both within and outside of finance and the Company.
• Ability to collaborate with direct reports, peers, management, and executives
• Patience to train staff members within the finance department and with stakeholders for new initiative rollouts

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

While performing the duties of this job the employee is often required to stand, sit, use computers, read, write, type, use copy machines, file paperwork, use telephones, and utilize written and oral communication to interact with clients, co-workers, and customers. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions of this job. Must be capable of lifting 30 pounds. Must use assistance when lifting 50 or more pounds.

Actual base salary offered to the hired applicant will be determined based on their work location, level, qualifications, job related skills, as well as relevant education or training experience.
Salary Pay Range Minimum $129,342.51 - Midpoint $161,678.13

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that values the strength diversity brings to the workplace. All qualified applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity or expression, national origin, genetics, age, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law, are strongly encouraged to apply.

The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA) prohibits discrimination by employers, in compensation and employment opportunities, against qualified individuals with disabilities who, with or without reasonable accommodation, can perform the "essential functions" of a job. A function may be essential for any of several reasons, including: the job exists to perform that function, the employee holding the job was hired for his/her expertise in performing the function, or only a limited number of employees are available to perform that function.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United Sates. Doble Engineering is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.