Assistant Controller for PE Finance & AI-Driven Reporting

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

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.