Assistant Controller - GAAP & Close Specialist

Gabriel Group; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Gabriel Group in Birmingham, AL seeks an Assistant Controller to oversee GAAP-compliant financial reporting across a multi-state portfolio in a private equity-owned landscape.

The role supports monthly and annual close processes, audits, tax filings, licensing, compliance, and budgeting to strengthen controls and reporting discipline as the company grows.The successful candidate will coordinate close timelines, review journal entries, prepare reconciliations, and work with corporate and field

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 2+ years of accounting experience.

Responsibilities

• Support the monthly close process, including coordinating close timelines and reviewing journal entries.
• Lead monthly closing calls and collaborate with corporate and field teams for timely reporting across states and units.
• Assist with month-end and year-end financial reporting and ensure GAAP compliance.
• Assist with annual audits and tax filings and coordinate with external advisors.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Month-end close

Financial reporting

Excel proficiency

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

ERP software

Accounting systems

Job description

Gabriel Group in Birmingham, AL seeks an Assistant Controller to oversee GAAP-compliant financial reporting across a multi-state portfolio in a private equity-owned landscape.

The role supports monthly and annual close processes, audits, tax filings, licensing, compliance, and budgeting to strengthen controls and reporting discipline as the company grows.The successful candidate will coordinate close timelines, review journal entries, prepare reconciliations, and work with corporate and field