Assistant Controller

East 57th Street Partners; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

East 57th Street Partners is seeking an Assistant Controller to enhance and scale the accounting function within a private equity-backed organization. This fully remote role requires quarterly in-person collaboration in Austin, focused on financial reporting and team leadership.

The successful candidate will have 6–10+ years of accounting experience, ideally in high-growth settings, and will lead the close processes while nurturing junior team members. The position promises visibility with executives and opportunities for significant professional growth.

Qualifications

• 6–10+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Prior experience in private equity-backed or high-growth environments strongly preferred.
• Proven experience leading or supervising accounting teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes.
• Review journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statements for accuracy.
• Ensure timely delivery of internal and external financial reporting.

Skills

Progressive accounting experience

Leadership skills

Financial close knowledge

Advanced Excel

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

CPA

Tools

NetSuite

Job description

Travel: Quarterly travel required (first week of each quarter on-site in Austin)

Overview

E57 Partners is partnering with a high-growth, private equity-backed organization to identify an Assistant Controller to support and help scale the accounting function. This is a fully remote role with structured quarterly in-person collaboration, designed for an accounting leader who thrives in dynamic, evolving environments.

This role is ideal for a hands-on leader who can operate both strategically and tactically—owning key aspects of the close process while helping build the infrastructure, team, and processes needed to support continued growth.

Position Summary

The Assistant Controller will serve as a key partner to the Controller and CFO, playing a critical role in financial reporting, process improvement, and team leadership. This individual will help drive the accuracy, efficiency, and scalability of the accounting function while mentoring junior team members and enhancing overall financial operations.

The ideal candidate brings experience from private equity-backed or high-growth environments, with a proven ability to step into ambiguity, create structure, and elevate performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes
• Review journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statements for accuracy and completeness
• Ensure timely delivery of internal and external financial reporting
• Support the development, mentorship, and oversight of accounting staff
• Help establish clear roles, responsibilities, and accountability across the team
• Foster a high-performance, detail-oriented accounting function

Process Improvement & Scalability

• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce close timelines
• Develop and document accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls
• Partner with leadership to build a scalable accounting infrastructure

Technical Accounting & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal accounting policies
• Support audit readiness and act as a key liaison with external auditors
• Assist with technical accounting matters, including revenue recognition, consolidations, and complex transactions

Systems & Transformation

• Support ERP system optimization (NetSuite or similar preferred)
• Assist with system implementations, upgrades, and integrations
• Drive improvements in data integrity and reporting capabilities

Cross-Functional Partnership

• Collaborate with FP&A and operational teams to enhance financial visibility and insights
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis as needed
• Assist with M&A activities, including integration and financial alignment

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 6–10+ years of progressive accounting experience
• Prior experience in private equity-backed, high-growth, or complex environments strongly preferred
• Proven experience leading or supervising accounting teams
• Strong understanding of financial close, reporting, and internal controls
• ERP experience required (NetSuite strongly preferred)
• Advanced Excel skills
• CPA strongly preferred

Profile of Success

• Hands-on leader who is willing to roll up their sleeves
• Strong attention to detail with a commitment to accuracy and accountability
• Ability to operate effectively in fast-paced, evolving environmentsProactive, solutions-oriented mindset with a focus on continuous improvement
• Strong communication and leadership skills

Why This Role

• Opportunity to step into a leadership role within a growing, PE-backed platform
• High visibility with executive leadership and direct impact on business performance
• Blend of remote flexibility with structured in-person collaboration
• Exposure to system transformation, process build-out, and potential M&A activity
• Clear path for continued growth into Controller-level leadership