Assistant Controller

Creative Financial Staffing, LLC; Lebanon (OH); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Creative Financial Staffing, LLC is seeking an Assistant Controller in Lebanon, OH for a hands-on finance leadership role. The position offers direct exposure to the CEO, oversight of a small team, and the opportunity to influence business operations in a private equity-backed environment.

This onsite role focuses on accounting operations, month-end close, and accurate financial reporting, with potential for advancement to a Controller-level position for high performers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Progressive accounting and finance experience in small to mid-sized firms.
• Public accounting audit experience preferred.
• Experience supervising staff and managing accounting operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the finance and administration team.
• Oversee accounting operations, month-end close, reconciliations, and financial statement preparation.
• Manage accounts payable and support customer invoicing, project setup, and contract administration.
• Coordinate with external tax, audit, and accounting partners.
• Support operational and financial initiatives while partnering with executive leadership.

Skills

Team leadership

Finance operations

Month-end close

Accounts payable

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Job description

Assistant Controller

Ready to step into a hands-on finance leadership role with direct exposure to executive decision-making? This opportunity offers the chance to lead a small team, influence business operations, and grow within a private equity-backed organization.

Lebanon, OH
100% onsite but not micromanaged on time

Target Compensation: $100,000-$125,000 base salary plus bonus potential and incentives

Why This Opportunity Stands Out:

• Lead a finance and administration team while partnering directly with the CEO on business operations and strategy.
• Gain broad exposure across accounting, finance operations, administration, and business decision-making.
• Join a private equity-backed business with opportunities to expand into group-level finance, M&A, and operational initiatives.
• Work in a visible leadership role where contributions directly impact company performance and process improvements.
• Potential for advancement into a Controller-level position for candidates who demonstrate strong performance and leadership.

Key Responsibilities for the Assistant Controller:

• Lead and manage the finance and administration team.
• Oversee accounting operations, month-end close, reconciliations, and financial statement preparation.
• Manage accounts payable and support customer invoicing, project setup, and contract administration.
• Coordinate with external tax, audit, and accounting partners.
• Support operational and financial initiatives while partnering with executive leadership.

Qualifications for the Assistant Controller:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• Progressive accounting and finance experience, preferably within small to mid-sized organizations.
• Public accounting audit experience or a combination of public accounting and industry experience strongly preferred.
• Prior experience supervising staff and managing accounting operations.