Assistant Controller

Zeus Fire and Security

. Support the Corporate Controller by focusing on change management in accounting and finance driven by ERP migrations, planned acquisitions, and other strategic initiatives .

Posted 9/23/2026full-timePaoli • Pennsylvania • United StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in US GAAP compliance, ASC 606 revenue recognition, and process automation within accounting operations. Proven ability to lead teams, manage external audits, and drive change management initiatives in a multi-subsidiary environment.

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US GAAP ComplianceASC 606 Revenue RecognitionChange ManagementProcess AutomationTeam Leadership

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Hard Skills

Accounting OperationsRevenue RecognitionGeneral Ledger AccountingMonth-End CloseFinancial Statement PreparationProject-Based AccountingLease AccountingBusiness Combination AccountingOrder-to-Cash ExpertiseIntercompany Accounting

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsCommunication SkillsInfluencing SkillsMentoring Skills

Tools & Technologies

ERP SystemsAI ToolsAutomation ToolsFinancial Reporting SoftwareAudit Management Software

Certifications & Qualifications

CPABachelor’s Degree in AccountingBachelor’s Degree in Finance

Industry Keywords

Change ManagementM&A AccountingInternal ControlsSOX ComplianceFinancial Processes

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the Corporate Controller by focusing on change management in accounting and finance driven by ERP migrations, planned acquisitions, and other strategic initiatives
Manage day-to-day accounting operations across multiple subsidiaries
Lead and execute revenue recognition activities, including percentage-of-completion accounting for project-based work and leased equipment accounting
Oversee system-driven and manual month-end revenue close processes and improve speed, accuracy, and automation
Own interim POC accounting processes for new acquisitions and support M&A accounting and integration tasks
Partner with regional/hub controllers and operations on job costing, project setup, billing, change orders, and balance-of-contract billing/cancellations
Review and approve new product and significant project setups, including intercompany and revenue-sharing structures
Develop and maintain revenue recognition policies and procedures; prepare ASC 606 disclosures and related financial statement reporting
Manage general ledger accounting, month-end close, and consolidated financial statement preparation across multiple subsidiaries; ensure US GAAP compliance
Oversee financial processes and internal controls governing cash management, AR/AP, inventory, accruals, project reporting, and deferred revenue
Monitor daily operational metrics impacting financial results and revenue recognition
Manage external auditor interactions, support annual audits, tax filings, and other accounting projects
Supervise, mentor, and develop accounting staff
Drive adoption of process automation and AI tools to eliminate manual work, improve auditability, and increase team capacity
Perform other Controller functions as required

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field required
CPA strongly preferred
Minimum 10+ years of accounting/finance experience, including at least 5 years in a management or supervisory role
Deep technical knowledge of US GAAP, including ASC 606 revenue recognition, percentage-of-completion for construction contracts, lease accounting, and business combination accounting
Strong Order-to-Cash (Quote-to-Cash) expertise and proven experience improving O2C processes
ERP implementation experience is a plus
Demonstrated experience with process automation and AI/automation tools to modernize accounting operations
Experience managing external auditors and operating within rigorous internal controls / SOX-like environments
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills; able to present financial results clearly to senior leadership
Track record of influencing cross-functional stakeholders in a matrixed organization and leading teams through change