Assistant Controller

Carolina PRG has partnered with a privately held healthcare company experiencing tremendous growth and expansion. Focused on developing innovative healthcare technologies that improve patient outcomes, this organization combines scientific innovation with an entrepreneurial culture where employees have meaningful visibility, influence, and career growth opportunities. They are seeking an Assistant Controller to help strengthen the accounting organization, improve financial processes, and support executive leadership as the business continues to grown and scale. This is an outstanding opportunity for someone looking to take ownership of the accounting function while positioning themselves for future leadership opportunities. What You'll Do The Assistant Controller will play a highly visible role leading the day-to-day accounting function while helping modernize financial processes and reporting. Responsibilities Include: Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process Prepare timely and accurate financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP Maintain the general ledger, account reconciliations, and overall integrity of the financial records Strengthen internal controls and ensure ongoing compliance Evaluate accounting workflows and identify opportunities for automation and process improvement Build scalable accounting processes that support the company's rapid growth Partner closely with executive leadership on budgeting, forecasting, cash flow planning, and financial reporting Develop KPI dashboards and management reporting that support strategic business decisions Assist with implementing best practices that improve efficiency, reporting accuracy, and operational effectiveness Support external audits and regulatory compliance Ideal Background Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance 6-10+ years of accounting experience Experience leading month-end close and financial reporting Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and internal controls Experience improving accounting processes and implementing efficiencies ERP experience required Healthcare, medical device, biotechnology, life sciences, or manufacturing experience is preferred Why Consider This Opportunity? Join a company that has experienced significant growth over the past six months and continues to grow High visibility with executive leadership team Opportunity to build scalable accounting processes rather than simply maintain them Significant exposure to budgeting, forecasting, and strategic financial planning Collaborative, entrepreneurial culture where your ideas can make an immediate impact Opportunity to help shape the future finance organization as the company continues to expand Long-term career progression with potential advancement into a Controller role and ultimately CFO as the organization grows #J-18808-Ljbffr