Assistant Controller

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Take charge of the accounting and financial reporting for the corporate business unit along with a portfolio of 4–6 operating companies.

• Prepare and review month-end journal entries, financial statements, account reconciliations, and variance analyses.

• Ensure the month-end close processes across assigned entities are timely and accurate.

• Maintain adherence to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).

• Standardize month-end close procedures across the platform to support a scalable shared-services accounting model.

• Develop and implement uniform accounting procedures for: Intercompany transactions, Payroll accounting, Prepaid expenses, Revenue recognition, Daily cash and deposit processing.

• Establish, document, and enhance internal controls while identifying opportunities to improve efficiency and mitigate risks.

• Assist in the development and implementation of company-wide accounting policies and procedures.

• Prepare audit schedules and supporting documentation for annual financial statement audits.

• Respond to auditor inquiries and coordinate the necessary deliverables across multiple operating companies.

• Oversee annual insurance renewals and act as the primary contact for insurance audits.

• Collaborate with operating company leaders to ensure precise financial reporting and compliance.

• Support company-wide Accounts Payable initiatives and contribute to maximizing automation tools and workflows.

• Aid in accounting integrations for newly acquired businesses.

• Execute special projects and financial initiatives as directed by executive leadership.

• Travel occasionally to operating company locations as required.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.

• Over 7 years of progressive accounting experience with a solid understanding of GAAP.

• A minimum of 2 years of experience as an Assistant Controller or Senior Accountant in a private equity-backed, multi-entity, or high-growth organization.

• Experience in preparing financial statements, account reconciliations, and managing month-end close processes.

• Strong knowledge of internal controls and financial reporting standards.

• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel, including: Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, IF statements, and logical formulas.

• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams.

• Familiarity with accounting software such as Sage Intacct and QuickBooks.

• Experience using AI tools to enhance productivity, automate tasks, and drive operational efficiencies.

🏝️ Benefits

• 100% Remote Position.

• Competitive salary with bonus potential.

• Opportunity to engage directly with executive leadership, including the CFO and Corporate Controller.

• Be part of a rapidly expanding private equity-backed organization.

• Exposure to acquisitions, integrations, and strategic financial initiatives.

• Significant opportunities for professional development and career advancement as the platform continues to grow.

• Work in a collaborative, high-performing team focused on continuous improvement and operational excellence.