The Assistant Controller is responsible for managing the day-to-day accounting function, assisting with financial reporting, maintaining strong internal controls, and contributing to process improvements as the company grows. This position plays a critical role in ensuring financial integrity, compliance with accounting standards, and operational scalability within a dynamic lending environment. Oversee and participate in day-to-day accounting functions including accounts payable, accounts receivable, journal entries, and general ledger maintenance. Own the month-end close process, including account reconciliations, accruals, and financial statement preparation, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards (GAAP/IFRS). Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting to support internal decision-making and leadership oversight. Maintain and continuously strengthen internal controls, accounting policies, and procedures in alignment with GAAP. Serve as a key point of contact for external auditors and lead audit preparation and follow-ups. Ensure accounting practices remain compliant with applicable regulatory and financial reporting requirements. Evaluate current accounting processes and systems to identify and implement improvements. Drive automation and scalability to support a growing company environment. Participate in and support strategic and ad hoc projects such as ERP enhancements, system migrations, acquisition integration, or new product launches. Collaborate with internal stakeholders including Operations, Lending, Executive teams, Asset Servicing, HR, Legal, Finance Consultants, External Auditors, and the Leadership Team to ensure financial integrity and alignment. Provide support and oversight to junior accounting team members and contribute to their development. Ensure accounting decisions consider the broader operational and business impact across departments.