LHH · 6 hours ago
Step up from Accounting Manager to Assistant Controller (CPA required)
NYC Metro Area
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$175K/yr - $190K/yrLHH is a growth-oriented distribution company seeking an Assistant Controller who will play a pivotal role in financial oversight and team leadership. The role involves leading the financial close process, ensuring compliance with US GAAP, and collaborating with various departments to drive business outcomes.
Human Resources
Hiring Manager
Ken Casaccio
Responsibilities
Own the Close & Reporting
Lead and review the monthly, quarterly, and year‑end close; ensure timely, accurate US GAAP financials
Serve as the final reviewer across the income statement, balance sheet, cash flow, and key schedules before submission to the Controller
Maintain line‑item ownership and analytics for all major accounts (COGS, inventory, reserves, revenue, accruals, leases, etc.)
Manage and develop a team of 6 (Senior/Staff Accountants, AP/AR/GL), setting priorities, delegating effectively, and elevating performance standards
Strengthen internal controls and accounting policies; drive consistency in documentation and reconciliations
Coordinate external audits and support periodic reviews; ensure audit‑ready workpapers and evidence
Partner closely with FP&A on monthly variance analyses, budgeting/forecasting inputs, and executive-ready insights
Collaborate with Operations, Supply Chain, and Sales on inventory, margins, and working capital; translate accounting outcomes into business actions
Qualification
Required
CPA required
Deep experience in an inventory‑based company (distribution, wholesale, consumer goods, or manufacturing)
Proven people leadership of team(s) of similar size (≈6), with a coaching mindset and high EQ
Strong command of US GAAP, account reconciliations, variance analysis, and complete financial‑statement oversight
Advanced Excel and fluency with ERP systems (NetSuite, Microsoft Dynamics, SAP, Oracle, or similar)
Exceptional communication skills and executive presence; comfortable engaging directly with senior leadership
Preferred
Public + Private blend strongly preferred (Big 4 or mid‑tier plus corporate)
Benefits
25% discretionary bonus
Equity (to be discussed at offer stage)
Company
LHH
At LHH, we believe work should be meaningful, fulfilling, and connected.
Founded in 1967
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Dave Hilbig
President & CEO, OCM-LHH Utah, Wyoming
Ted Diven, MBA
CEO - OCM / Lee Hecht Harrison (ID, MT, NV)
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