Assistant Controller

Assistant Controller The Assistant Controller will play a key leadership role within a rapidly growing, private equity-backed portfolio company executing an acquisition-driven roll-up strategy. This individual will oversee core accounting and financial reporting activities while helping build the processes, controls, systems, and accounting infrastructure required to support continued growth. The ideal candidate is a hands-on accounting leader with strong technical accounting experience and a proven background in purchase accounting and acquisition integration. This individual should be comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment, integrating newly acquired businesses, and balancing day-to-day accounting responsibilities with broader process improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Accounting Own the month-end and financial close process, driving accuracy, timeliness, and continuous improvement. Oversee general ledger operations, including intercompany transactions, account allocations, reconciliations, and supporting documentation. Maintain compliance with U.S. GAAP, company accounting policies, and established internal control standards. Evaluate complex and unusual transactions and prepare clear documentation supporting the appropriate accounting treatment. Prepare, review, and enhance financial statements and management reporting packages. Oversee revenue accounting and ensure proper recognition and compliance with ASC 606. Manage lease accounting activities and ensure compliance with ASC 842. Coordinate external audit requirements, including schedules, supporting documentation, reconciliations, and technical analyses. Mergers & Acquisitions / Integration Lead purchase accounting for acquired businesses, including ASC 805 analysis, purchase price allocations, opening balance sheets, and related technical accounting matters. Manage the accounting integration of acquired companies, including chart-of-accounts standardization, policies, close procedures, systems, controls, and reporting structures. Partner with Finance and Operations leaders to ensure accounting readiness for Day 1 and effectively execute post-close integration plans. Establish consistent accounting practices across acquired entities while developing processes that can scale with continued growth. Assist with financial due diligence, acquisition analysis, and other M&A-related accounting activities as required. Process Improvement, Controls & Systems Evaluate existing accounting processes and identify opportunities to improve efficiency, accuracy, and scalability. Develop, implement, and maintain standardized accounting policies, procedures, and process documentation. Assess internal control gaps and lead the development and implementation of effective remediation strategies. Help optimize ERP, close management, reconciliation, and other financial technology platforms. Utilize automation and technology to accelerate the close, enhance reporting quality, and improve accounting operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams on ERP implementations, system enhancements, integrations, and broader finance transformation initiatives. Team Leadership & Business Partnership Lead, mentor, and develop accounting professionals while promoting a culture of accountability and continuous improvement. Establish performance expectations, ownership, and measurable objectives across areas of responsibility. Partner with Finance, Operations, and other business functions to address accounting matters and support key business initiatives. Work closely with senior finance leadership to enhance the structure, capabilities, and scalability of the accounting organization. Contribute to strategic projects, special initiatives, and other priorities supporting the company’s continued expansion. Qualifications & Experience Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline required. CPA certification strongly preferred. 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including a minimum of 2 years managing or supervising accounting professionals. Required experience with purchase accounting, including ASC 805 and purchase price allocation methodologies. Proven track record integrating acquired companies into an established accounting and financial reporting environment. Strong technical knowledge of U.S. GAAP, including ASC 606, ASC 805, and ASC 842. Experience overseeing month-end close, general ledger accounting, account reconciliations, and financial reporting in a multi-entity organization. Experience in a private equity-backed, acquisition-focused, or rapidly growing company strongly preferred. Public accounting background is a plus. Demonstrated success developing internal controls, accounting policies, procedures, and scalable financial processes. Strong experience with ERP and financial systems; familiarity with Sage Intacct is a plus. Experience with close management, account reconciliation, and workflow automation tools such as FloQast, BlackLine, or comparable platforms preferred. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial analysis. Strong technical accounting expertise combined with excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities. Practical, hands-on leadership approach with the ability to adapt to changing priorities and evolving processes in a high-growth environment. Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with Finance, Operations, and senior leadership.