Assistant Controller

At FORTÉ, every role plays a part in reimagining how the modern workplace works. Whether you're on the front lines with customers or behind the scenes making things run, your work helps people connect, collaborate, and get things done. From classrooms to control centers, we design and deliver the systems that power smarter, more connected workplaces – and it all starts with the people who make them possible. FORTÉ (formerly AVI Systems) is a 100% employee-owned company with 50+ years of experience and a bold new identity.


The Assistant Controller will play a key leadership role in managing the daily operations of the accounting department, including general ledger accounting, international consolidation, financial reporting, treasury support, and internal controls. This position will help drive accuracy, efficiency, and compliance across all accounting processes while mentoring and developing a high-performing team. The ideal candidate is a highly motivated and detail-oriented professional with strong leadership, technical accounting, and analytical skills. They must be capable of managing competing priorities, meeting tight deadlines, and collaborating across departments to ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial information.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities
General Accounting
• Oversee day-to-day accounting operations, including month-end close, reconciliations, and cross-company accounting
• Oversee the preparation and review of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting and consolidation of US and foreign entities
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, company policies, cross-company accounting, and internal control requirements
• Support the preparation and coordination of annual financial audits, including reviewing audit schedules and responding to auditor inquiries
• Support the preparation of the annual income tax return by gathering required financial data, reviewing tax workpapers, and coordinating with external tax advisors to ensure timely and accurate filings
• Monitor and improve the accuracy and efficiency of general accounting operations, including lease accounting under ASC 842 and fixed asset management, and accruals and prepayments
• Oversee the implementation and documentation of process improvements and internal control enhancements
• Support accounting integration efforts for new acquisitions
Leadership & Collaboration
• Supervise and mentor accounting staff, providing guidance, training, and performance feedback
• Interview, hire, and train employees
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement and accountability within the accounting team
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Finance, Operations, and other Corporate departments to support accurate financial reporting and effective business decision-making
• Assist the Corporate Controller in setting accounting policies, developing departmental goals, and supporting strategic financial initiatives
• Serve as a key point of contact for internal and external stakeholders on accounting matters
Payroll & Compliance
• Provide oversight of payroll accounting, including journal entries, reconciliations, and internal control review
• Ensure compliance with applicable tax regulations and reporting standards
• Partner with HR, Payroll, and Operations teams to evaluate and implement process improvements related to time billing and compensation and benefits accounting
Treasury & Cash Management
• Review and initiate ACH’s and wire transfers and other disbursements in accordance with internal controls
• Serve as an online banking administrator, managing user access, permissions, and security protocols in coordination with IT and banking partners
• Partner with finance leadership on liquidity planning and working capital initiatives
• Ensure timely reconciliation of bank accounts and resolution of discrepancies
Other Duties
• Champion automation and efficiency across the Accounting team to scale with the company’s growth, bringing a fresh perspective on what best-in-class looks like
• Ensure the accounting team maintains complete and accurate documentation of all key processes
• Assist in special projects and strategic initiatives as assigned by the Corporate Controller or CFO
• Provide backup support for the Corporate Controller as needed
Required Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in public accounting, corporate accounting, or internal audit
• Minimum of 2 to 3 years in a supervisory or management capacity
• Experience with financial statement preparation, audit coordination, and ERP systems
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment meeting monthly close and reporting deadlines
• Experience with Microsoft