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The Nuclear Company · 19 hours ago

Assistant Controller

The Nuclear Company is the fastest growing startup in the nuclear and energy space, committed to delivering safe and reliable electricity. The Assistant Controller will manage daily accounting operations, assist in financial reporting, and ensure compliance with internal controls while driving process efficiencies in a rapidly scaling organization.

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Responsibilities

Assist in the preparation of accurate and timely financial statements (balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements). Provide support for financial analysis projects and management reporting
Manage the execution of specific accounting functions, such as overseeing the General Ledger reconciliation process, reviewing accounts payable/receivable, and ensuring the accuracy of complex journal entries
Execute key tasks within the month-end and year-end closing processes, including managing accruals, preparing balance sheet reconciliations, and ensuring timely completion of all close activities
Help maintain and enforce effective internal controls across accounting operations. Support the documentation and testing of controls to ensure compliance with financial regulations and company policies
Provide supporting data and analysis for the annual budgeting and ongoing forecasting processes. Track departmental spending and assist in variance analysis
Serve as a key resource during internal and external financial audits, preparing requested documentation and schedules
Identify and implement improvements to accounting processes, software utilization, and documentation to increase efficiency and accuracy

Qualification

Generally Accepted Accounting PrinciplesFinancial ReportingAccounting Software ProficiencyCPA CertificationFinancial AnalysisProcess ImprovementAudit CoordinationBudgetingForecastingLeadership Skills

Required

8+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferably with exposure to both corporate and public accounting environments
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
Demonstrated strong understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and financial reporting standards
Proficiency in accounting software and ERP systems (experience with implementation is a plus), with advanced Microsoft Excel skills
Proven ability to perform financial analysis, interpret data, and prepare detailed reconciliations

Preferred

CPA certification or actively pursuing
ERP implementation experience
Start-up experience and Big 4 audit experience
Large capital expenditure project experience and Power/Energy/Utility industry experience
Audit process implementation experience
Exposure to public-company reporting

Benefits

Competitive compensation packages
401k with company match
Medical, dental, vision plans
Generous vacation policy, plus holidays

Company

The Nuclear Company

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The Nuclear Company enables the deployment of nuclear power plants at fleet-scale by integrating government and industry partners.

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage
Total Funding
$46.3M
Key Investors
Eclipse
2025-05-15Series A· $46.3M
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