Assistant Controller

firstPRO, Inc; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Hybrid; USD 135,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

firstPRO, Inc is seeking an experienced Assistant Controller for our Philadelphia hybrid role. The candidate will oversee financial operations across a portfolio of operating companies and partner with senior leadership on reporting, performance, and acquisitions.

The role requires hands-on management of month-end close, strong GAAP knowledge, CPA certification, and advanced Excel. Prior PE-backed experience and ERP implementation exposure are highly valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• CPA certification required.
• Prior experience in a multi-location month end close.
• Experience with private equity-backed company.
• Advanced Excel skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee financial operations and accounting activities across a portfolio of operating companies.
• Manage monthly financial close processes, ensuring GAAP-compliant reporting.
• Prepare financial statements, reconciliations, and management reporting.
• Implement and maintain internal controls, policies, and procedures.
• Partner with Finance and operations teams to improve accounting processes.
• Support internal and external audits with accurate records and documentation.
• Assist with financial integration of acquired businesses, including ERP optimization.
• Identify opportunities to streamline processes.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and relationship-building skills.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Education

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

CPA

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Assistant Controller | Philadelphia/HYBRID | up to $150K + BONUS

An exciting opportunity to join a rapidly growing, PE backed Company. Successful, acquisitive organization partnering with established services throughout the United States.

They're looking for a hands‑on Assistant Controller to oversee financial operations across a portfolio of operating companies. Excellent opportunity to work closely with senior leadership, and play an integral role in financial reporting, operational performance, and acquisitions.

• Oversee financial operations and accounting activities across a portfolio of operating companies.
• Manage monthly financial close processes, ensuring accurate and timely reporting in accordance with GAAP.
• Prepare financial statements, account reconciliations, and management reporting.
• Implement, and maintain internal controls, accounting policies, and standardized procedures.
• Partner with Finance and operations teams to improve accounting processes.
• Support internal and external audits, ensuring financial records and supporting documentation are accurate and complete.
• Assist with the financial integration of newly acquired businesses, including accounting process standardization and ERP implementation.
• Identify opportunities to streamline processes.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.
• CPA
• Prior experience in a multi-location month end close.
• Experience with private equity-backed company.
• Advanced Excel.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and relationship-building skills.