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Assistant Controller

Creative Financial Staffing

Baraboo, WI · Posted November 13, 2026

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About the job

Assistant Controller

Compensation: $75,000-$85,000

About the Company

An established, close-knit business is looking to add an Assistant Controller to its accounting team. This is an opportunity to join a collaborative organization with a strong culture, excellent work-life balance, and a team-oriented environment.

Cooperative environment with a strong sense of teamwork.

Close-knit team where employees enjoy working together.

Great work-life balance.

Individual offices for all employees.

Casual team events, including summer grill-outs, lunch gatherings, and Friday pizza days.

Opportunity to make an impact as the organization continues to evolve and grow.

Assistant Controller Overview

The Assistant Controller will play an important role in overseeing accounting operations, leading the month-end close, supporting financial planning, and identifying opportunities to improve existing processes.

Key Responsibilities as the Assistant Controller

Month-End Close & Financial Reporting

Lead the month-end close process.

Prepare and review journal entries and account reconciliations.

Manage prepaid expenses, accruals, and other general ledger activities.

Compile financial information and report results to leadership.

Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.

Process Improvements

Evaluate existing accounting processes and identify opportunities for improvement.

Help streamline and improve month-end close procedures.

Identify opportunities to improve efficiencies while working within existing systems and processes.

Play an active role in helping advance the accounting function.

Cash Management & Financial Planning

Support cash management activities and financial oversight.

Assist with budgeting and forecasting processes.

Partner with leadership on financial planning and analysis.

Qualifications for the Assistant Controller

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, or a related field with 2–5+ years of progressive accounting experience.

Experience in a fast-paced corporate accounting environment preferred.

Public accounting or audit experience welcome.

Strong understanding of month-end close, journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting.

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