Assistant Controller / CPA
Assistant Controller role for a hands-on CPA with strong US GAAP/ASC 944 and insurance experience to lead technical accounting, reporting, and close in a fast-growing environment.
Location: Atlanta, GA (Sandy Springs)
Onsite/Hybrid: In-office Monday–Thursday, hybrid Friday only
Assignment Description
We are hiring an Assistant Controller with strong US GAAP/ASC 944 expertise and experience in insurance, reinsurance, or warranty accounting for one of our client. The role supports technical accounting, financial reporting, month-end close, policy development, and internal controls. Ideal for a hands-on CPA with 4+ years experience, preferably from a Big 4 Senior/Manager background.
Who You Are
- A technically strong accounting professional with solid US GAAP knowledge.
- Hold a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- An actively licensed CPA (credential and state verified).
- Bring 4+ years of progressive accounting or audit experience.
- Experienced in insurance, reinsurance, or warranty accounting.
- Comfortable with technical accounting research, financial close, and policy development.
What You Will Do
- Lead technical accounting research and ensure full compliance with US GAAP, especially ASC 944 (Insurance).
- Support the monthly financial reporting package with accurate analysis and insights.
- Participate in the financial close process, including journal entries, reconciliations, and financial disclosures.
- Develop, maintain, and enhance accounting policies and procedures.
- Collaborate across technical accounting, reinsurance accounting, tax, and internal controls to ensure accuracy and operational efficiency.
- Provide technical guidance and support to leadership in a fast-paced, growing environment.
About Sperton
This role is sponsored by Sperton, a global recruitment and consulting firm with offices across Europe, Asia, and the Americas. We help companies find and manage top talent across borders, delivering fast, compliant, and flexible recruitment, consultant hiring, and global mobility services.
- Department
- Financial & Professional Services
- Role
- Accounting Analyst
- Locations
- United States
- Remote status
- Hybrid
- Employment type
- Full-time
- Job location
- Atlanta, GA (Sandy Springs)
- Employment Level | Seniority
- Mid-Senior level
Workplace & Culture at Sperton
At Sperton, we believe that great results come from great people.
Our culture is built on trust, collaboration, and a shared passion for delivering quality in everything we do.
We are a Norwegian-owned international company with colleagues across Europe, Asia, and the USA, working together seamlessly across time zones and cultures. Our teams are diverse, yet united by the same goal — to connect people and companies in meaningful ways.
We value openness, initiative, and continuous learning. Everyone at Sperton is encouraged to take ownership, share ideas, and challenge existing ways of working to make our solutions even better.
Even though we operate globally, our approach is personal. We take pride in creating a supportive and inclusive environment where people feel heard, respected, and motivated to grow — both professionally and personally.
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