Assistant Controller

Vaco Recruiter Services; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 150,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Private Equity Firm in Pittsburgh, PA seeks an experienced Assistant Controller to lead management company accounting, upper-tier entity reporting, and financial operations. You will oversee day-to-day accounting workflows and partner across investment, compliance, and investor relations teams.

This role drives budgeting, cash management, and strategic initiatives, with a focus on process improvements and AI-enabled reporting workflows.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required; active CPA strongly preferred.
• 6+ years of progressive accounting experience (private equity/asset management ideal).
• Solid foundation in US GAAP, partnership accounting, and investment management accounting principles.

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting and reporting for management companies and upper-tier entities.
• Supervise and mentor the Staff Accountant overseeing AP, AR, and bank reconciliations.
• Drive budgeting, financial forecasting, and cash management strategies.

Skills

US GAAP

Investment management

Leadership

Automation/tools

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Active CPA preferred

Job description

Client: Private Equity Firm
Role: Assistant Controller
Salary: $150,000 - $170,000/annually + Bonus

Location: Pittsburgh, PA - *5 days a week onsite*

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented accounting professional to lead management company accounting, upper-tier entity reporting, and financial operations. In this role, you will oversee day-to-day accounting workflows, drive budgeting and cash management, and partner cross-functionally across our investment, compliance, and investor relations teams. You will also play a key role in advancing process improvements, system implementations, and leveraging modern technologies like AI to optimize reporting workflows.

Key Responsibilities

Management Company Accounting & Financial Reporting

• Financial Oversight & Reporting: Lead monthly, quarterly, annual, and ad-hoc accounting and reporting for management companies and upper-tier entities.

• Team Leadership: Supervise and mentor the Staff Accountant overseeing accounts payable, accounts receivable, and bank/cash reconciliations.

• Financial Planning & Analysis: Drive budgeting, financial forecasting, and cash management strategy to support firm growth.

• External Coordination: Serve as a primary point of contact for fund administrators, external auditors, and tax advisors.

• Compliance & Governance: Review, interpret, and ensure ongoing compliance with LPAs, operating agreements, and related legal documentation.

Process Improvement & Strategic Operations

• Modernize Workflows: Develop and refine accounting processes, internal controls, and reporting efficiency—including integrating AI initiatives into daily workflows.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner closely with investment, compliance, investor relations, and operations teams to support firm-wide decision-making.

• Strategic Initiatives: Help lead accounting software/system implementations, special projects, and ad-hoc financial analysis for senior leadership.

Qualifications

• Education & Credentials: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required; active CPA strongly preferred.

• Experience: 6+ years of progressive accounting experience (a blend of public accounting and private equity/asset management experience is ideal).

• Technical Mastery: Solid foundation in US GAAP, partnership accounting, and investment management accounting principles.

• Leadership & Tech Savvy: Strong project management skills, experience mentoring junior staff, and an interest in leveraging new financial technology/automation tools.