Hiring: Assistant Controller Company: Ember Search Location: New York, NY Job Posted Time: 2026-09-15 10:39:21 Employment Type: Hybrid Target Skills & Keywords : Microsoft Excel, SQL About the job Experience: •15+ years of progressive accounting experience, with meaningful time in banking, fintech, or regulated financial services Required Skills: •Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process end to end, including consolidated financials and statutory filings across multiple entities •Maintain and expand the SOX control environment as new product lines launch, identifying gaps before they become audit findings •Partner with the Controller, legal, and compliance teams on CFTC, FCM, and other US regulatory filings •Provide accounting guidance on new product launches, M&A activity, and monetization changes before decisions are made •Manage external advisors, consultants, and contractors supporting the finance function today •Scope and implement accounting system improvements and workflows the team can rely on •Manage and mentor junior accounting staff as the team grows •This is a hands-on seat where the accounting function is still being built, not maintained. Compensation: •$250,000 - $300,000 / year Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!