Assistant Controller

**Assistant Controller (Part\-Time)** **Location:** AdeptAg (Remote) Oberlin, Ohio, USA **Part\-Time \| 25\-30 Hours per Week \| Fully Remote** **About AdeptAg** AdeptAg is the North American leader in turnkey design, automation solutions, irrigation systems, and services for controlled environment production. We partner with growers to deliver innovative systems that drive efficiency, productivity, and long\-term success. **About the Role** The **Assistant Controller (Part\-Time)** supports key accounting and financial operations for AdeptAg’s Corporate entity and Canadian automation operations (Bellpark, British Columbia). This role is responsible for full\-cycle accounting, supporting month\-end and year\-end close processes, and delivering accurate financial reporting and analysis. Working in a fully remote environment, the Assistant Controller collaborates with cross\-functional teams to ensure financial accuracy and compliance. This position requires strong attention to detail, the ability to work independently, and effective communication across distributed teams while managing priorities within a part\-time schedule. **Key Responsibilities** **Accounting and Financial Operations** * Oversee full\-cycle accounting, including journal entries, accruals, reconciliations, and adjustments * Perform general ledger reconciliations and investigate and resolve discrepancies * Review and post payroll\-related transactions * Maintain accurate and compliant financial records **Month\-End and Year\-End Close** * Manage month\-end and year\-end close processes in alignment with corporate timelines * Ensure timely and accurate completion of financial reporting requirements * Support audit preparation and financial documentation as needed **Reporting and Analysis** * Provide financial reporting and analysis support to the Corporate Accounting team * Assist in identifying trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement * Support decision\-making through accurate and timely financial insights **Collaboration and Communication** * Work closely with Corporate Accounting and cross\-functional teams * Communicate effectively across distributed teams and time zones * Support ongoing process improvements and standardization efforts **Education and Experience** * Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred + Minimum of 5\+ years of accounting experience + Experience in manufacturing or multi\-entity environments considered an asset + Strong experience with month\-end close and financial reporting processes required + Experience handling high\-volume financial data in a fast\-paced environment **Technical Skills and Competencies** * Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office Suite + Experience with accounting systems such as QuickBooks and/or Microsoft Great Plains preferred + Solid understanding of full\-cycle accounting and financial reporting + Strong atte