Assistant Controller

Chesapeake Search Partners; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Chesapeake Search Partners is seeking an Assistant Controller for a PE-backed healthcare organization. This hands-on accounting leadership role oversees day-to-day activities across multiple locations, reporting to the Controller.

You will drive accuracy in financial reporting, month-end close, internal controls, and staff supervision. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in accounting and 5+ years of progressive accounting experience in multi-entity settings, with strong GAAP knowledge and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Admin, or related field.
• Five+ years of progressive accounting experience with supervisory responsibility.
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting, GL, month-end close, budgeting, GAAP.
• Experience leading multi-entity or multi-location accounting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliations, payroll, and general ledger activities.
• Lead month-end and year-end close processes, including account reconciliations, general ledger review, and financial statement preparation.
• Prepare and review financial reports, ensuring timely and accurate reporting in accordance with GAAP and established accounting policies.
• Support annual budgeting and forecasting processes, including variance analysis and ongoing financial reporting.
• Maintain accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls while supporting regulatory compliance and the annual audit process.
• Supervise and develop accounting staff, providing day-to-day direction, training, and support to ensure an effective and accountable accounting function.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Financial reporting

Month-end close

Leadership

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

Accounting software

Microsoft Office

ERP systems

Job description

Chesapeake Search Partners is partnering with a PE-backed, multi-state healthcare organization to identify an Assistant Controller. This is a hands-on accounting leadership role with significant responsibility for the day-to-day operations of the finance function across a growing, multi-location organization. Working closely with the Controller, the Assistant Controller will oversee core accounting activities, financial reporting, month-end close, internal controls, and the accounting team while helping ensure consistency and accuracy across the organization.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee day-to-day accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliations, payroll, and general ledger activities.
• Lead month-end and year-end close processes, including account reconciliations, general ledger review, and financial statement preparation.
• Prepare and review financial reports, ensuring timely and accurate reporting in accordance with GAAP and established accounting policies.
• Support annual budgeting and forecasting processes, including variance analysis and ongoing financial reporting.
• Maintain accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls while supporting regulatory compliance and the annual audit process.
• Supervise and develop accounting staff, providing day-to-day direction, training, and support to ensure an effective and accountable accounting function.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field required.
• Five or more years of progressive accounting experience, including supervisory experience.
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting, general ledger accounting, month-end close, budgeting, forecasting, internal controls, and GAAP.
• Demonstrated ability to manage day-to-day accounting priorities in a fast-paced, multi-entity or multi-location environment.
• Strong leadership, organizational, analytical, and communication skills with proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office.