Assistant Manager- Controller- US Accounting

Job Description – Controller (US Accounting) Position Controller – US Accounting (Fractional Controller Support) Location India (Remote / Hybrid) Shift Timing Partial US Shift with mandatory overlap until at least 12:00 PM PST Experience 8+ years in US Accounting and Finance Employment Type Full-Time About the Role We are seeking an experienced Controller to support a US-based CPA firm and its clients in managing end-to-end accounting operations, financial reporting, close management, process controls, and client coordination. The ideal candidate should have strong experience handling US GAAP-based accounting, month-end close, financial statement preparation, and team supervision, along with hands-on expertise in leading ERP/accounting platforms. Key Responsibilities Financial Management & Close Process Manage complete month-end and year-end close process Review journal entries, reconciliations, accruals, and adjustments Ensure accuracy and completeness of financial statements Analyze Balance Sheet and P&L fluctuations Monitor and improve close timelines General Ledger & Reporting Review and maintain General Ledger integrity Prepare monthly financial packages and management reports Perform variance analysis and provide business insights Ensure compliance with US GAAP and internal accounting policies Accounts Payable / Receivable Oversight Supervise AP and AR functions Review aging reports and cash flow impact Ensure timely vendor payments and customer collections Monitor reconciliations and exception handling Client Management Coordinate directly with US clients and stakeholders Handle accounting queries and operational escalations Participate in review meetings and status discussions Build strong client relationships through responsiveness and accuracy Process Improvement & Controls Identify accounting inefficiencies and process gaps Recommend automation and workflow improvements Strengthen financial controls and documentation practices Support SOP creation and process standardization ERP & System Management Work extensively on ERP and accounting systems such as QuickBooks Online, NetSuite, Microsoft Dynamics 365, and similar platforms Review ERP data accuracy and reporting structures Coordinate with internal teams on system/process enhancements Team Supervision Review work performed by accounting staff Guide and mentor junior team members Ensure deliverables are completed accurately and on time Required Skills & Qualifications Mandatory Strong experience in US Accounting Hands-on experience working on ERP/accounting platforms such as QuickBooks Online, NetSuite, Microsoft Dynamics 365, or similar systems Deep understanding of General Ledger accounting Experience managing month-end close independently Strong understanding of financial statements and reconciliations Excellent communication and client handling skills Ability to work during overlapping US business hours Preferred Experience working with CPA firms or outsourced accounting firms Exposure to multi-entity accounting Experience in process automation and workflow optimization Knowledge of budgeting and cash flow forecasting CPA / CA / CMA qualification preferred Technical Skills ERP & Accounting Systems Advanced Microsoft Excel Financial Reporting Tools ERP Reporting & Reconciliations Accounting Workflow Management Key Competencies Ownership mindset Analytical thinking Attention to detail Problem-solving ability Client communication Team leadership Process orientation