Remote Assistant Controller Jobs
Remote assistant controller jobs are open across the U.S. in sectors from technology and healthcare to professional services and e-commerce, at remote-first firms, private equity-backed companies, and distributed finance teams that need strong close support without a physical office requirement. Employers hiring remotely right now include Jobot, New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, and CCHP. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Assistant Director, Bureau of Controller
- DEPT OF HEALTH/MENTAL HYGIENE
Posted on
11/04/2026
- Full-time
Location
QUEENS
- Exam may be required
Department
Fiscal Management
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Job Description
provides oversight, identifies process inefficiencies, and enhances team development through training and mentorship, fostering accountability and productivity.
Position Summary: The selected candidate will be reporting to the Director of Fiscal Management. The role includes oversight of complex contract payment reviews, ensuring compliance with City and oversight regulations, resolving discrepancies between FMS and PAYRS, and addressing payment rejections that directly impact vendor timeliness and Prompt Payment requirements. Additionally, the candidate will provide leadership through staff training, assignment of special projects, and implementation of corrective actions to maintain high standards of performance and productivity. The candidate's proposed duties reflect a broader level of operational oversight, technical expertise, and leadership responsibility. In addition to performing complex payment review and reconciliation functions, the role would require independent management of special projects, staff training, contract interpretation, payment correction strategies, audit functions, and reporting for leadership meetings. These expanded duties demonstrate a higher level of accountability, judgment, and unit coordination that goes beyond routine processing and supports the overall efficiency, compliance, and fiscal integrity of the unit.
DUTIES WILL INCLUDE BUT NOT BE LIMITED TO:
Assists the unit Director in managing the orderly flow of unit operations and ensures that all fiscal activities are performed accurately, efficiently, and timely across financial systems.
Assigns and oversees special projects within the unit and ensures that assignments are completed timely and in accordance with applicable rules, regulations, and policies.
Applies advanced expertise in reviewing and refining contract language to ensure vendors, including those under major contracts such as PHS, are reimbursed accurately and promptly.
Prepares expense adjustments in FMS to correct prior miscoded payments and creates DRMs in FMS to expedite payments and avoid interest charges and penalties.
Conducts trainings, as needed or upon request, for division staff on invoice processing procedures to improve efficiency, compliance, and accuracy.
Compiles reports and supporting materials for bi-monthly meetings with division administrative teams.
Conducts periodic audits of payments to confirm that amounts claimed are accurate and consistent with contract terms.
Why you should work for us:
- Loan Forgiveness: As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal/state loan forgiveness and repayment assistance programs that lessen your payments or even fully forgive your full balance. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website (https://studentaid.gov/pslf/)
- Benefits: City employees are entitled to unmatched benefits such as:
o additional health, fitness, and financial benefits may be available based on the position’s associated union/benefit fund.
o a public sector defined benefit pension plan with steady monthly payments in retirement.
o a tax-deferred savings program and
o a robust Worksite Wellness Program that offers resources and opportunities to keep you healthy while serving New Yorkers.
- Work From Home Policy: Depending on your position, you may be able to work up to two days during the week from home.
Established in 1805, the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (NYC Health Department) is the oldest and largest health department in the U.S., dedicated to protecting and improving the health of NYC. Our mission is to safeguard the health of every resident and cultivate a city where everyone, regardless of age, background, or location, can achieve their optimal health. We provide a wide array of programs and services focused on food and nutrition, anti-tobacco support, chronic disease prevention, HIV/AIDS treatment, family and child health, environmental health, mental health, and social justice initiatives. As the primary population health strategist and policy authority for NYC, with a rich history of public health initiatives and scientific advancements, from addressing the 1822 yellow fever outbreak to the COVID-19 pandemic, we serve as a global leader in public health innovation and expertise.
Come join us and help to continue our efforts in making a difference in the lives of all New Yorkers!
Commitment to Equity:
The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
The NYC Health Department is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation to all individuals. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact Sye-Eun Ahn, Director of the Office of Equal Employment Opportunity, at sahn1@health.nyc.gov or 347-396-6549.
ADMINISTRATIVE ACCOUNTANT (NON - 1000B
Minimum Qualifications
1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college including or supplemented by 24 credits in accounting, including one course each in advanced accounting, auditing, and cost accounting and four years of satisfactory full-time professional accounting or auditing experience, at least 18 months of which must have been in an administrative, managerial, or executive capacity or supervising a staff performing accounting or auditing work; or
2. A valid New York State Certified Public Accountant license and at least 18 months of satisfactory full-time professional accounting or auditing experience in an administrative, managerial or executive capacity or supervising a staff performing accounting or auditing work.
55a Program
This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.
Residency Requirement
New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.
Additional Information
The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
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Job ID
809807
Posted until
01/03/2027
Title code
1000B
Civil service title
ADMINISTRATIVE ACCOUNTANT (NON
Title classification
Competitive-1
Business title
Assistant Director, Bureau of Controller
- Experience level: Experienced (non-manager)
Job level
00
Number of positions
1
Work location
42-09 28th Street
- Category: Finance, Accounting, & Procurement
Assistant Director, Bureau of Controller
Assistant Director, Bureau of Controller
- DEPT OF HEALTH/MENTAL HYGIENE
Posted on
11/04/2026
- Full-time
Location
QUEENS
- Exam may be required
Department
Fiscal Management
Save
Job Description
provides oversight, identifies process inefficiencies, and enhances team development through training and mentorship, fostering accountability and productivity.
Position Summary: The selected candidate will be reporting to the Director of Fiscal Management. The role includes oversight of complex contract payment reviews, ensuring compliance with City and oversight regulations, resolving discrepancies between FMS and PAYRS, and addressing payment rejections that directly impact vendor timeliness and Prompt Payment requirements. Additionally, the candidate will provide leadership through staff training, assignment of special projects, and implementation of corrective actions to maintain high standards of performance and productivity. The candidate's proposed duties reflect a broader level of operational oversight, technical expertise, and leadership responsibility. In addition to performing complex payment review and reconciliation functions, the role would require independent management of special projects, staff training, contract interpretation, payment correction strategies, audit functions, and reporting for leadership meetings. These expanded duties demonstrate a higher level of accountability, judgment, and unit coordination that goes beyond routine processing and supports the overall efficiency, compliance, and fiscal integrity of the unit.
DUTIES WILL INCLUDE BUT NOT BE LIMITED TO:
Assists the unit Director in managing the orderly flow of unit operations and ensures that all fiscal activities are performed accurately, efficiently, and timely across financial systems.
Assigns and oversees special projects within the unit and ensures that assignments are completed timely and in accordance with applicable rules, regulations, and policies.
Applies advanced expertise in reviewing and refining contract language to ensure vendors, including those under major contracts such as PHS, are reimbursed accurately and promptly.
Prepares expense adjustments in FMS to correct prior miscoded payments and creates DRMs in FMS to expedite payments and avoid interest charges and penalties.
Conducts trainings, as needed or upon request, for division staff on invoice processing procedures to improve efficiency, compliance, and accuracy.
Compiles reports and supporting materials for bi-monthly meetings with division administrative teams.
Conducts periodic audits of payments to confirm that amounts claimed are accurate and consistent with contract terms.
Why you should work for us:
- Loan Forgiveness: As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal/state loan forgiveness and repayment assistance programs that lessen your payments or even fully forgive your full balance. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website (https://studentaid.gov/pslf/)
- Benefits: City employees are entitled to unmatched benefits such as:
o additional health, fitness, and financial benefits may be available based on the position’s associated union/benefit fund.
o a public sector defined benefit pension plan with steady monthly payments in retirement.
o a tax-deferred savings program and
o a robust Worksite Wellness Program that offers resources and opportunities to keep you healthy while serving New Yorkers.
- Work From Home Policy: Depending on your position, you may be able to work up to two days during the week from home.
Established in 1805, the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (NYC Health Department) is the oldest and largest health department in the U.S., dedicated to protecting and improving the health of NYC. Our mission is to safeguard the health of every resident and cultivate a city where everyone, regardless of age, background, or location, can achieve their optimal health. We provide a wide array of programs and services focused on food and nutrition, anti-tobacco support, chronic disease prevention, HIV/AIDS treatment, family and child health, environmental health, mental health, and social justice initiatives. As the primary population health strategist and policy authority for NYC, with a rich history of public health initiatives and scientific advancements, from addressing the 1822 yellow fever outbreak to the COVID-19 pandemic, we serve as a global leader in public health innovation and expertise.
Come join us and help to continue our efforts in making a difference in the lives of all New Yorkers!
Commitment to Equity:
The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
The NYC Health Department is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation to all individuals. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact Sye-Eun Ahn, Director of the Office of Equal Employment Opportunity, at sahn1@health.nyc.gov or 347-396-6549.
ADMINISTRATIVE ACCOUNTANT (NON - 1000B
Minimum Qualifications
1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college including or supplemented by 24 credits in accounting, including one course each in advanced accounting, auditing, and cost accounting and four years of satisfactory full-time professional accounting or auditing experience, at least 18 months of which must have been in an administrative, managerial, or executive capacity or supervising a staff performing accounting or auditing work; or
2. A valid New York State Certified Public Accountant license and at least 18 months of satisfactory full-time professional accounting or auditing experience in an administrative, managerial or executive capacity or supervising a staff performing accounting or auditing work.
55a Program
This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.
Residency Requirement
New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.
Additional Information
The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
Save
Job ID
809807
Posted until
01/03/2027
Title code
1000B
Civil service title
ADMINISTRATIVE ACCOUNTANT (NON
Title classification
Competitive-1
Business title
Assistant Director, Bureau of Controller
- Experience level: Experienced (non-manager)
Job level
00
Number of positions
1
Work location
42-09 28th Street
- Category: Finance, Accounting, & Procurement
Assistant Director, Bureau of Controller
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Staffing & Recruiting
- Healthcare & Medical Services
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote 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 Remote Assistant Controller Job Search
Apply early to remote roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists remote assistant controller openings from across the U.S. in one place, so you can find roles that match your background and apply directly without sorting through unrelated listings.
Show your async communication in writing
Remote employers evaluate how you write before they meet you. Your cover letter and any take-home assessments should demonstrate clear, concise financial communication, because that is how you will coordinate close processes, escalate issues, and report to leadership when there is no in-person fallback.
Document your close process ownership
Remote assistant controller hiring teams want evidence you can own month-end independently. List the specific close tasks you ran, the ERP or accounting software you used, and the team size you supported, so employers can picture you executing the same work without supervision on a distributed team.
Prioritize cloud ERP fluency on your application
Remote finance teams run on cloud-based systems like NetSuite, Sage Intacct, or QuickBooks Online. Name the specific platforms you have used and the processes you ran inside them, such as intercompany eliminations, revenue recognition, or consolidations, so hiring managers see a direct skills match for their stack.
Remote Assistant Controller Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote assistant controller job?
Target companies that already run distributed finance teams, such as remote-first SaaS firms, private equity portfolio companies, and high-growth e-commerce businesses. Remote employers screen hard for self-direction, clear written communication, and hands-on experience with cloud-based ERP systems like NetSuite or Sage Intacct. Candidates who can demonstrate async collaboration, own close processes independently, and document their work clearly have a real edge over those who rely on in-person oversight.
Which companies hire remote assistant controllers?
Companies hiring remote assistant controllers right now include Jobot, New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, and CCHP, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These tend to be remote-first technology firms, distributed financial services companies, and fast-growing healthcare organizations that centralize accounting functions across multiple locations.
Can you get a remote assistant controller job with no experience?
Yes, but remote entry-level assistant controller roles are harder to land because employers expect you to work independently from day one without in-person guidance. Remote-first startups and small distributed companies are the most likely to hire candidates earlier in their careers. Showing ownership of a full close cycle, proficiency in cloud accounting software, and a clear communication style in writing can substitute for years of experience.
Do you need a degree for remote assistant controller jobs?
Not always. Many remote employers list a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance as preferred rather than required, especially for roles at growing startups or smaller distributed companies. What carries more weight remotely is demonstrated experience managing close processes, reconciliations, and financial reporting, along with fluency in the accounting systems the team already uses.
Which industries hire the most remote assistant controllers?
Remote assistant controller roles concentrate in Staffing & Recruiting and Healthcare & Medical Services, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors commonly build distributed finance teams that need close support and financial reporting oversight across locations without requiring an on-site presence.
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