Assistant Controller
SANS InstituteBethesda, Maryland, United States
Posted October 13, 2025
170000 - 180000 USD year
Full Time
About the Company
SANS Institute is a cooperative research and education organization that provides information security training and certification.
Job Description
We are seeking an Assistant Controller to join our Finance and Administration team. The role plays a key part in leading the accounting, financial close and reporting, tax compliance, business processes, billing, and international accounting functions within our organization.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
- CPA certification
- Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in accounting and financial management, including leadership of accounting teams
- Proven experience with month-end and year-end close processes
- International accounting experience with multiple legal entities and global compliance
- Extensive experience implementing process automation and efficiency improvements
- Unrestricted authorization to work in the USA
Benefits
- Competitive base salary
- Bonus opportunities
- 401(k) plan with company match
- Robust medical, dental, and vision plans
- Company-provided short term disability
- Optional long-term disability, supplemental life and AD&D insurance for employees and dependents
- Voluntary benefits including accident insurance and identity theft protection
- Fitness and wellness programs
- Employee assistance program (EAP)
- Generous paid time off
- Access to professional development and SANS training opportunities