Assistant Controller

Kforce has a client that is seeking an Assistant Controller in Rockville, MD.

Summary:Reporting to the Controller, this role is a key contributor within the finance and accounting function. The Assistant Controller will help ensure accurate financial reporting, maintain strong internal controls, and support core processes including month-end close, audits, payroll oversight, grant and contract accounting, and regulatory compliance. This position partners closely with accounting, payroll, and leadership teams to ensure the organization's financial operations are sound, timely, and aligned with mission-driven goals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review balance sheet reconciliations to ensure accuracy and completeness
• Partner with the accounting team to validate journal entries and reconciliations
• Analyze revenue and expense variances against budget; Recommend corrections and improvements
• Review and true-up grant and contract expenses within the general ledger
• Manage and review staff salary allocations and payroll-related general ledger entries
• Prepare monthly management and financial reporting packages
• Ensure revenue and expenses are recorded in the correct accounting period
• Prepare fringe benefit and overhead cost rates
• Perform cost analyses related to specific funding or regulatory requirements
• Support payroll review processes for a workforce of approximately 400-500 employees
• Assist with payroll-related tax matters as needed
• Support year-end close and audit preparation activities
• Reconcile intercompany transactions
• Provide guidance and training on finance-related policies and procedures as needed* Bachelor's degree in Accounting required; CPA strongly preferred
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience
• Experience with cost accounting concepts, including allocations, indirect rates, and multi-program environments
• Strong knowledge of operational accounting, technical accounting, and GAAP-based financial reporting
• Demonstrated analytical skills with the ability to solve complex accounting issues
• Ability to communicate effectively with both finance and non-finance stakeholders
• High ethical standards with a commitment to accuracy, transparency, and internal controls
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and adaptable in a fast-paced environment
• Strong technology aptitude; Experience with modern accounting and payroll systems