Assistant Controller @ Infrastructure Company

Coda Search│Staffing; New York (NY); On-site; USD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

A leading staffing firm is seeking an Assistant Controller for a rapidly growing telecommunications company. This role entails overseeing the month-end close process, general ledger integrity, and cash management. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, CPA preferred, and possess 6+ years of relevant experience. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits including medical and vision insurance, along with a 401(k).

Qualifications

• 6+ years of progressive accounting experience, ideally with a mix of public accounting and industry experience.
• Experience in a private equity-backed or high-growth multi-entity environment preferred.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close process to ensure accuracy.
• Review journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations.
• Oversee daily cash positioning and liquidity forecasting.
• Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes.

Skills

Accounting principles knowledge

Analytical skills

Leadership

Process improvement mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA

Job description

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Base pay range

$130,000.00/yr - $150,000.00/yr

Coda Search is partnering with a rapidly growing telecommunications company delivering innovative connectivity solutions to businesses and consumers across the U.S. With accelerated expansion through both organic growth and strategic acquisitions, the organization is scaling its finance function and seeking an Assistant Controller to support financial operations and strengthen accounting processes.

The Assistant Controller will play a key leadership role in overseeing the month-end close process, general ledger integrity, cash management, and debt reporting. This individual will act as a key business partner within the finance team, support audit readiness, and scale the accounting operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close process to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with GAAP.
• Review journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations across multiple entities.
• Oversee daily cash positioning, bank reconciliations, and liquidity forecasting.
• Prepare and maintain debt schedules, including interest calculations, covenant tracking, and lender reporting.
• Assist with quarterly and annual financial reporting packages for private equity sponsors and senior leadership.
• Serve as a primary point of contact during annual external audits.
• Prepare supporting schedules, documentation, and workpapers.
• Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes and implement best practices.
• Mentor and develop junior accounting staff; provide leadership in a collaborative, high-growth environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required; CPA highly preferred.
• 6+ years of progressive accounting experience, ideally with a mix of public accounting and industry experience.
• Experience in a private equity-backed or high-growth multi-entity environment preferred.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting standards.
• Strong analytical skills with a process-improvement mindset.
• Ability to operate in a fast-paced, scaling environment with multiple priorities.

Seniority level

• Director

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Accounting/Auditing

Industries

• Telecommunications

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)

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