Hybrid Assistant Controller

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About the role

  • Finance role managing all accounting and transactional bookkeeping for US entities of a healthcare technology company. Building processes and capabilities for US accounting team with a high growth scale-up.

Responsibilities

  • Manage day-to-day accounting for all US entities, including general ledger, journal entries, and reconciliations.
  • Own the accounts payable process: invoice coding, vendor payments, and expense reimbursements.
  • Reconcile bank accounts and credit card settlements.
  • Support legal team with the registration of new legal entities
  • Ensure compliance with local and federal tax regulations.
  • Prepare and file tax reports in collaboration with external tax advisors.
  • Complete month-end and year-end close processes, including intercompany transactions and reporting to the Swedish HQ.
  • Lead the audit preparation process for US entities and respond to third-party financial information requests.
  • Maintain documentation and internal controls aligned with Neko’s global standards.
  • Contribute to the implementation of ERP systems (e.g., Business Central) and automation initiatives.
  • Build and manage a high performing US accounting team.

Requirements

  • 7–10 years of experience in accounting, preferably in a fast-paced, mid-sized business.
  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA) - beneficial but not essential.
  • Proven experience as an early finance hire or sole contributor in a growing organisation.
  • Track record in building high performing, engaged finance teams.
  • Strong understanding of US GAAP/IFRS and tax reporting requirements.
  • Strong understanding of internal control frameworks; experience with Sarbanes Oxley (SOX) compliance a plus
  • Experience with ERP systems for mid-large sized enterprises (Microsoft Business Central preferred).
  • Comfortable working independently and cross-functionally across time zones.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Job title

Assistant Controller

Job type

Experience level

SeniorLead

Salary

$190,000 - $235,000 per year

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

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