Assistant Controller

Job purposeReporting to the Controller, the Assistant Controller will play a key role in this private equity-backed, multi-entity healthcare management organization operating across multiple locations and scaling quickly through organic growth and acquisition. This role will oversee the day-to-day operations of select accounting functions, including Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable in a fast-paced environment. The Assistant Controller will serve as a key point of escalation for day-to-day accounting matters, providing direction and support to those teams while partnering closely with the Controller to help build the accounting infrastructure needed to support a growing organization. Duties and responsibilities Financial Accounting & Month-End CloseAssists with the management of the month-end and year-end close process, including preparation and review of journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedulesOversees intercompany accounting and elimination entriesMaintains lease accounting records in lease accounting softwarePrepares the month-end close calendar and scheduleAssists with monthly financial statement review and analysis Audit & TaxServes as the day-to-day liaison for the external financial statement audit, coordinating PBC requests and supporting workpapersPrepares cash-basis financial statements as neededSupports tax compliance in coordination with outside advisors, including quarterly estimates, filings, and K-1 distributions for pass-through entitiesAssists with research and timely resolution of tax notices and regulatory inquiriesMaintains the tax calendar and helps coordinate compliance deadlines LeadershipSupervises and develops assigned accounting staffReviews and approves work prepared by accounting team membersServes as a point of escalation for complex accounting questionsAssists with oversight of the Office Administration role OtherAssists with the preparation of the Accounting department and office budgetsSupports accounting systems administration and maintenanceEnsures compliance with company policy, relevant regulatory requirements, accounting standards, and legal obligations.Identifies opportunities for automation and process improvement and assists with implementing those enhancementsProvides financial analysis and ad hoc reporting to support business decisionsSupports management with various projects and tasks as neededHelp identify and implement opportunities to automate and improve accounting processes using AI and other emerging technologies Qualifications EducationBachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required Experience:5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including recent experience in Accounts Receivable and Accounts PayablePrior supervisory experience managing accounting staffExperience with ERP systems and close-management toolsExperience using AI tools in accounting to improve day-to-day processes, month-end close, reporting, reconciliations, analysis, or automation a plusExperience with month-end close, account reconciliations, and internal controlsProficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint; Advanced in Microsoft Excel Skills:Strong working knowledge of U.S. GAAP and internal controlsExcellent analytical, organizational, and communication skillsAbility to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environmentHigh degree of integrity in handling confidential financial information