Staff Financial Group
Job Description
Assistant Controller
Who:
A private equity-backed company What:
Assistant Controller When:
Hiring immediately. Where:
North Atlanta Why:
to support growth Office Environment:
in-office Salary:
$125k-$135k
Position Overview: We are seeking an Assistant Controller to report directly to the CFO and take ownership of accounting operations, lead a team of five, implement policies and procedures, and support post-merger integration in a fast-scaling, PE-backed environment.
Key Responsibilities: • Oversee accounting operations, including GL, AP/AR, financial reporting, and compliance • Manage and mentor a team of five accounting professionals • Establish and enforce financial policies, procedures, and internal controls • Lead month-end close, audit readiness, and financial reporting processes • Report directly to the CFO, supporting strategic financial planning • Drive post-merger integration efforts for newly acquired businesses • Coordinate with external auditors and manage annual audit process • Optimize ERP systems for automation and reporting
Qualifications: • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA strongly preferred • 8+ years of progressive accounting experience, ideally in PE-backed or acquisitive environments • ERP systems expertise (e.g., NetSuite, Sage Intacct, etc.) • Experience managing accounting teams and mentoring staff • Proven track record in implementing financial policies and post-merger integration • Deep knowledge of GAAP and financial compliance • Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills
Assistant Controller
Who:
A private equity-backed company What:
Assistant Controller When:
Hiring immediately. Where:
North Atlanta Why:
to support growth Office Environment:
in-office Salary:
$125k-$135k
Position Overview: We are seeking an Assistant Controller to report directly to the CFO and take ownership of accounting operations, lead a team of five, implement policies and procedures, and support post-merger integration in a fast-scaling, PE-backed environment.
Key Responsibilities: • Oversee accounting operations, including GL, AP/AR, financial reporting, and compliance • Manage and mentor a team of five accounting professionals • Establish and enforce financial policies, procedures, and internal controls • Lead month-end close, audit readiness, and financial reporting processes • Report directly to the CFO, supporting strategic financial planning • Drive post-merger integration efforts for newly acquired businesses • Coordinate with external auditors and manage annual audit process • Optimize ERP systems for automation and reporting
Qualifications: • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA strongly preferred • 8+ years of progressive accounting experience, ideally in PE-backed or acquisitive environments • ERP systems expertise (e.g., NetSuite, Sage Intacct, etc.) • Experience managing accounting teams and mentoring staff • Proven track record in implementing financial policies and post-merger integration • Deep knowledge of GAAP and financial compliance • Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills