American Institute of Physics · 1 day ago
Assistant Controller, Director
College Park, MD
Full-time
Hybrid
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$120K/yr - $132K/yr
5+ years expThe American Institute of Physics (AIP) is a federation dedicated to advancing the physical sciences. They are seeking an Assistant Controller to oversee the accounting team, ensuring compliance with GAAP and managing financial transactions, audits, and budgeting processes.
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Responsibilities
Review and approve recurring financial transactions and activities
Identify and recommend corrections for errors or inconsistencies in financial entries
Document accounting processes and identify opportunities for process improvement
Prepare audit workpapers and support schedules for annual financial audit and employee benefit plan audits
Coordinate completion of Forms 990 and 990-T, including the UBIT calculations
Lead the accounting team in adherence to the month-end close timelines and account reconciliation schedules
Work with the Assistant Director of F&A on ERP and planning/budgeting systems’ maintenance, including hierarchies and report development
Coordinate with the Controller to ensure accurate and timely processing and recording payroll and general accounting transactions
Maintain a strong understanding of all general accounting functions to aid and cross-train as needed
Maintain internal controls related to areas of responsibility
Supervise payroll and general accounting staff
Participate in the annual budgeting process
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree is required
5-8 years of progressive accounting experience in a leadership role to include payroll and general accounting teams in a nonprofit environment
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and Excel skills
Proven ability to meet deadlines
Strong supervisory and leadership skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
High attention to detail and strong organizational skills
Effective time-management skills and the ability to prioritize competing tasks
Solid understanding of GAAP and NFP accounting
Preferred
Master's Degree is preferred
CPA is preferred
Experience with Oracle Fusion ERP and related PBCS system is a plus
Benefits
Generous paid time off
Medical/dental/vision coverage
An annual retirement contribution of 10% of base pay
Tuition assistance
Commuter benefits
Company
American Institute of Physics
American Institute of Physics is a non-profit corporation that advances, promotes, and serves the physical sciences.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
"Gigi" Catherine Swartz
Chief Financial and Administrative Officer
Scott Montgomery
Chief Content Officer
Recent News
2025-09-12
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