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Assistant Controller: Growth, PE-Backed & Hybrid

$130k - $150k

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Assistant Controller Salary: $130K-$150K + 10-15% Unlock your potential in a dynamic role with plenty of room for growth as an Assistant Controller! Sizzle Executive visibility with CFO, CEO, Board, and private equity sponsors Opportunity to help build and shape the accounting function during a major growth phase High-autonomy role where you can truly make an impact and leave your mark Exposure to M&A activity, process transformation, and strategic finance initiatives Hybrid flexibility with minimal in-office requirements Strong mentorship from leadership team and exposure across the business Why This Opportunity Stands Out Our client is a rapidly growing, PE-backed multi-location healthcare/services organization in a highly visible growth phase Executive visibility with the CFO, CEO, Board, and private equity sponsors Opportunity to help build and scale accounting processes from the ground up in a transformational environment High-impact role with direct influence on process improvement, M&A integration, and financial infrastructure Fast-track growth opportunity to Assistant Controller and beyond as the organization continues to expand Highly collaborative leadership team with strong mentorship from an experienced Controller Exposure to operational leaders and cross-functional business initiatives Hybrid schedule with limited in-office requirements (1–2 days onsite every other week) Strong compensation package, bonus potential, benefits, and unique employee perks Key Responsibilities For The Assistant Controller Lead complex multi-location accounting activities including revenue recognition, deferred revenue, and AR reconciliations Support and enhance the monthly close process, financial reporting, and executive reporting packages Drive accounting process improvements, policy development, and systems integration initiatives Assist with acquisition accounting and onboarding of newly acquired locations Analyze financial results and provide insights to leadership and operational partners Partner cross-functionally with finance and operations teams to improve reporting accuracy and efficiency Help build scalable accounting infrastructure in a fast-paced, high-growth environment Qualifications For The Assistant Controller 7–10 years of accounting experience with a mix of public accounting and industry experience preferred Strong analytical and investigative mindset with hands‑on problem‑solving ability Comfortable operating in ambiguity and helping build processes in an evolving environment Experience in high-growth, multi-entity, or private equity‑backed organizations preferred Strong communication and business partnering skills #J-18808-Ljbffr CFS

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