CFS · 2 days ago
Assistant Controller
CFS is a well-established, private equity–backed organization experiencing significant national expansion and year-over-year growth. The Assistant Controller will oversee the month-end and quarter-end close process, manage general ledger integrity, and partner with leadership on acquisition integration and process alignment.
Human ResourcesStaffing Agency
Responsibilities
Oversee the month-end and quarter-end close process to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting
Review and approve complex journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules
Manage general ledger integrity across multiple entities and business units
Lead the preparation of consolidated financial statements and reporting packages
Partner with leadership on acquisition integration, accounting assessments, and process alignment
Implement and strengthen internal controls, policies, and accounting procedures across the organization
Support budgeting and forecasting activities by providing accounting insights and variance explanations
Liaise with auditors and manage all audit deliverables, schedules, and supporting documentation
Mentor and develop staff, providing leadership, training, and performance oversight
Identify opportunities to automate workflows, upgrade systems, and improve financial accuracy and efficiency
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA strongly preferred
5–8+ years of progressive accounting experience, including senior accountant, accounting manager, or assistant controller responsibilities
Strong technical accounting knowledge (GAAP, consolidations, multi-entity reporting)
Advanced Excel skills and comfort working with large, complex data sets
Strong leadership capabilities with experience supervising and developing staff
Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate cross-functionally and present to leadership
Proactive mindset with the ability to streamline processes and drive efficiency
Preferred
Experience in a PE-backed, high-growth, or acquisitive environment preferred
Benefits
Bonus