Assistant Controller/Sr Accountant

Description We are offering an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Controller/Sr Accountant in Wilmington, Delaware. The job function is in the industry of financial services, where you will play a critical role in overseeing and improving our financial processes and controls. In this role, you will be responsible for creating annual budgets, overseeing the month end close process, providing variance analysis, expense forecasting, financial reporting, auditing, ensuring compliance with GAAP and other regulatory requirements, facilitating training and development opportunities, tax planning, and overseeing the integration of acquisitions into accounting systems. The ideal Assistant Controller/Sr Accountant for this role must have knowledge of GAAP, current industry trends, and excellent auditing skills.Responsibilities: Oversee the integration of acquisitions into our accounting systems. Ensure compliance with GAAP and other regulatory requirements. Facilitate training and development opportunities for the team. Oversee the month-end close process to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting. Create annual budgets and provide variance analysis to support financial decision-making. Perform audits to verify the accuracy of our financial data and processes. Maintain the general ledger and oversee accounting functions. Forecast expenses to support budgeting and financial planning. Implement process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and accuracy in our financial operations. Stay informed about current industry trends and apply this knowledge to our financial practices.Requirements Minimum of 5 years experience in a similar role Proficiency in Accounting Software Systems Demonstrated experience with Process Improvement Initiatives Experience in managing Process Improvement Projects Ability to implement new processes Knowledge of Internal Control ReviewFor more information on this Assistant Controller/Sr Accountant role and other full time accounting and finance opportunities, please contact us at 302.985.5215 and reference JO#.Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.© 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .