Assistant Controller

Job DetailsJob Location: Corporate Headquarters - Oklahoma City, OK 73162The corporate office of Express Employment International is hiring an Assistant Controller who partners with the Controller to oversee the organization’s accounting operations and deliver accurate, timely financial reporting, including period-end and year-end close processes. This role ensures compliance with U.S. GAAP and company policies by designing, implementing, and monitoring robust internal controls that protect the integrity of financial information. The Assistant Controller also leads process improvements that streamline accounting functions, increase efficiency, reduce risk, and strengthen overall financial operations. This position sits within our Oklahoma City based corporate office, currently with an expectation to be onsite 80% of the time.   RESPONSIBILITIES Lead the preparation of accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP and company policies Oversee the general ledger, account reconciliations, and the full period-end close process to ensure timely and reliable results Drive budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis that support informed decision-making across the organization Maintain strong compliance with GAAP, internal controls, and all applicable regulatory requirements Review and approve journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial reports to uphold the highest standards of accuracy and integrity Coordinate and support internal and external audits, ensuring complete, well-organized documentation and timely responses Actively monitor cash flow, fixed assets, and key balance sheet accounts to protect financial health and identify emerging risks or opportunities Supervise, mentor, and develop accounting team members, providing clear guidance, feedback, and performance support Identify and implement process improvements that increase efficiency, strengthen controls, and elevate operational performance Partner cross-functionally with Finance, Operations, Payroll, Tax, Treasury, IT, and other teams to resolve complex accounting issues and optimize end-to-end processes Contribute to special projects, system implementations, acquisitions, integrations, and other strategic finance initiatives as needed Collaborate with department leaders to deliver insightful financial planning support and enable sound business decisions   EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required CPA certification required Minimum of seven years of progressive accounting experience, including supervisory or leadership responsibilities Public accounting experience, external audit experience, or direct experience working with external auditors strongly preferred Strong working knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting Hands-on experience with ERP/accounting systems and advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills Strong communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills with a high attention to detail   KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, OR ABILITIES Experience with budget development, financial planning, forecasting, and resource allocation Knowledge of internal controls, audit principles, compliance requirements, and risk management Ability to manage multiple priorities, coordinate projects, and meet deadlines in fast-paced environments Strong continuous improvement mindset with experience identifying and implementing process improvements Advanced proficiency in Microsoft 365, including Copilot, Power BI, Power Automate, Power Apps, SharePoint, Teams, and related productivity tools Ability to use automation, data visualization, workflow management, and AI-enabled tools to improve efficiency, reporting, collaboration, and decision-making     Not sure you meet every requirement? Apply anyway! At Express, we celebrate what makes you, you. We value diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and talents—because we know that’s what makes us stronger together. If you're excited about the role, we’re excited to hear from you. Express Employment International supports Express Employment Professionals franchises and related brands. The Express franchise brand is an industry-leading, international staffing company with more than 870 franchise locations in the U.S., Canada, South Africa, Australia, and New Zealand. Headquartered in Oklahoma City, our corporate team is committed to empowering franchisees by providing world-class support, training, and strategic guidance through a unified global network. Our mission is to professionally market and provide quality human resource solutions through an international franchising network—benefiting our associates, clients, franchisees, corporate staff, shareholders, and the communities we serve. Our vision is simple yet powerful: To help as many people as possible find good jobs by helping as many clients as possible find good people. Qualifications