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The Assistant Controller is responsible for assisting the controller in the Finance and Accounting Departments daily operations including general ledger, internal financial reporting, filing of regulatory reports, and the preparation of the consolidated annual budget. With the assistance of the Controller, the Senior Financial Analyst assists in the preparation of quarterly and year-end financials and accompanying footnote and MD&A disclosures, and preparation of annual tax return and remission quarterly tax payments. Additionally, the position is responsible to maintain, control, analyze, and report on accounts of various degrees of complexity, according to generally accepted accounting principles and regulatory principles.
At Harford Bank, we pride ourselves on following "The Harford Bank Way" a set of core values that shape our approach to banking and our commitment to our customers, the community, and ethical practices. These values define who we are and how we conduct business. You will lead by example and drive our culture to be infused in every activity with every team member.
Responsibilities:
- Responsible for embracing and supporting Harford Bank’s Core Values and Vision.
- On a daily, weekly or bi-weekly basis:
- Executes assigned operations and functions of the Accounting Department which may include preparing public funds reports and daily reconciliations, accounts payable and funds management.
- Processes investment portfolio trades in the trade system, complete internal trade tickets and checklists, and ensure all necessary documentation is obtained, reviewed, and approved.
- Prepares general ledger entries for payroll and investments.
- Reviews assigned general ledger reports daily, ensuring balances, postings, and net changes are reasonable.
- On a monthly basis:
- Executes new fixed asset setup, disposals, and modifications on the system. In addition, record the monthly depreciation accounting run.
- Maintains accrued and prepaid expense items.
- Prepares Bank-wide reconciliations and submit for review, for all assigned general ledger accounts.
- Assists in the month end closing process.
- Prepares all assigned collateral reports which may include the Federal Reserve Bank (FRB) discount window borrowing facility and the Federal Home Loan Bank of Atlanta (FHLBA) for the primary borrowing facility (QCRs).
- Obtains payroll system reports and reconcile to the Banks general ledger records.
- In collaboration with the Controller, gain proficiency on the ALM/Budgeting/Forecasting model. Assists with the maintenance and updating of the model.
- Assists with the preparation of the quarterly ALCO package.
- Gathers relative financial data and assists in the preparation of periodic regulatory reports for the Bank.
- Assists in the preparation of the quarterly and year-end filings with the FDIC or other regulatory bodies. This includes the Bank’s Form 10-Qs and Form 10-K.
- Maintains the General Ledger Chart of Accounts.
- Provides support, guidance, and problem-solving assistance to other areas of the Bank as requested.
- Attend bank meetings as required.
- Assists Controller or CFO with various projects as assigned.
- Performs additional related duties and responsibilities as required and assigned.
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field. CPA or MBA preferred but not required.
- A minimum of 2 years of accounting experience with increasing responsibilities in banking, or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the required knowledge and abilities for this role.
- Familiarity with the following: GAAP, Financial Reporting, SEC Reporting, Regulatory Reporting, and assisting a company or bank in preparation for internal and external audits and regulatory examinations.
- Ability to effectively communicate with organizational peers and supervisors.
- High attention to detail with demonstrated accuracy of work product, accountability, and adherence to deadlines.
- Must be able to work in a team, individually and with others across the institution.
Harford Bank is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, Protected Veteran status, and sexual orientation/gender identity.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in assistant controller jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance with CPA license preferred
- Three to seven years of progressive accounting or public audit experience
- Proficiency in ERP systems such as NetSuite, SAP, or Oracle
- Demonstrated ownership of the full month-end and year-end close cycle
- Experience preparing or reviewing financial statements under U.S. GAAP
- Strong working knowledge of internal controls, reconciliations, and audit support
Tips for Your Assistant Controller Job Search
Tailor your resume to the close
Hiring managers for assistant controller roles look for ownership of the monthly close cycle. Quantify how many entities you consolidated, how many days you cut from the close, or the volume of journal entries you reviewed to make your resume stand out.
Highlight your ERP experience explicitly
Don't just list NetSuite, SAP, or Oracle as a bullet. Name the modules you worked in, the size of the company you supported, and whether you were involved in any implementation or migration. Vague ERP mentions get filtered out fast.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists assistant controller openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings that match your industry background
Assistant controller roles vary significantly by sector. A manufacturing company wants cost accounting expertise, while a SaaS firm prioritizes revenue recognition under ASC 606. Filter your search by industry and read the job description closely before applying.
Prepare a concrete close process walkthrough
Interviewers almost always ask you to walk through your month-end close. Prepare a crisp two-minute answer covering your timeline, who you coordinate with, how you handle last-minute accruals, and how you validate the trial balance before sign-off.
Negotiate using total compensation, not base alone
Assistant controller offers often include a bonus tied to close accuracy or audit outcomes. Ask your recruiter whether the bonus is discretionary or formula-based, and factor that into any counter-offer conversation before accepting or declining.
Assistant Controller Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most assistant controllers?
The companies hiring the most assistant controllers right now include Jobot, Augmentis, and Jitterbit, with the largest share of openings in Texas, California, and New York, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Demand tends to be highest at mid-market companies undergoing growth, acquisition activity, or a CFO transition.
How many assistant controller jobs are remote?
About 47% of assistant controller openings are fully remote or hybrid as of August 2026, making it one of the more flexible senior accounting roles available. Fully remote positions are most common in companies with distributed operations or a cloud-based ERP, where close coordination can happen asynchronously across time zones.
How do you become an assistant controller?
Start by earning a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance, then build three to five years in either public accounting or a corporate accounting role where you own part of the close cycle. Pursue your CPA license, which most employers require or strongly prefer. Move into a senior accountant or accounting manager role to gain close ownership, then apply to assistant controller positions once you can demonstrate full-cycle close management and financial statement preparation experience.
Can you get hired as an assistant controller with limited experience?
Breaking in with limited experience is possible if you've owned the close in a smaller company, even informally. Employers at early-stage or single-entity businesses sometimes hire candidates who managed the full accounting function without the title. Completing your CPA exam, gaining exposure to consolidations or multi-entity reporting, and stepping into an interim controller role during a vacancy are the fastest ways to close the experience gap without a traditional path.
What does the assistant controller interview process look like?
Most processes start with a phone screen from HR focused on your close experience and ERP background, followed by a technical interview with the controller or CFO. Expect to walk through your month-end close process in detail, explain how you've handled audit requests, and discuss how you manage deadlines across competing priorities. A final round often includes a conversation with the CEO or a panel, and some employers add a short technical exercise covering reconciliations or journal entry review.
Where can I find and apply to assistant controller jobs?
You can find and apply to assistant controller jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Find roles that match your experience and apply directly to each listing from the same place, without having to track down separate company career pages or applications.
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