Payroll Coordinator

Gilder Search Group; Village of New Hyde Park (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Gilder Search Group is seeking an Assistant Controller for a private equity-backed organization with multi-state operations. You will partner with the Controller and CFO to oversee month-end close, financial reporting under US GAAP, and acquisition integration to support rapid growth.

This hands-on role emphasizes strengthening internal controls, building scalable accounting processes, and mentoring the accounting team, while supporting budgeting, forecasting, audits, and lender reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• CPA strongly preferred.
• 5-8+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Public accounting experience desirable.
• Private equity-backed company experience a plus.
• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting.
• Experience managing multi-entity accounting environments.
• ERP systems and advanced Excel skills.
• Excellent communication across levels of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes.
• Prepare and review financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
• Support consolidation of multiple entities across several states.
• Develop and maintain internal controls, accounting policies, and procedures.
• Partner with operations and leadership to improve financial reporting and performance.
• Support audits, tax compliance, and lender reporting.
• Participate in acquisition integration and process improvements.
• Mentor and develop accounting staff.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow reporting.
• Drive automation and continuous improvement across accounting functions.

Skills

U.S. GAAP knowledge

Multi-entity accounting

Advanced Excel

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA certification

Tools

ERP system

Job description

About the Company

Our client is a rapidly growing private equity-backed organization with operations throughout the Southeast, including Texas, North Carolina, and South Carolina. As the company continues to expand through both organic growth and acquisitions, they are seeking a high-caliber Assistant Controller to join their finance leadership team. This is an outstanding opportunity for someone looking to step into a highly visible role with significant career growth potential.

Position Summary

The Assistant Controller will partner closely with the Controller and CFO to oversee day-to-day accounting operations, strengthen internal controls, and support the company\'s continued growth. This individual will play a key role in the monthly close process, financial reporting, and integrating newly acquired businesses while helping build scalable accounting processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in managing the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes.
• Prepare and review financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
• Support consolidation of multiple business entities across several states.
• Help develop and maintain internal controls, accounting policies, and financial procedures.
• Partner with operations and executive leadership to improve financial reporting and business performance.
• Support external audits, tax compliance, and lender reporting.
• Participate in acquisition integration efforts and process improvement initiatives.
• Mentor and develop members of the accounting team.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow reporting as needed.
• Drive automation and continuous improvement across accounting functions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor\'s degree in Accounting or Finance.
• CPA strongly preferred.
• 5-8+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Public accounting experience is highly desirable.
• Previous experience with a private equity-backed company is a significant plus.
• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting.
• Experience managing multi-entity or multi-location accounting environments.
• ERP system experience and advanced Excel skills.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to interact across all levels of the organization.

What We\'re Looking For

We\'re looking for a hands-on accounting professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, intellectually curious, thrives in change, and is excited by the opportunity to help build scalable finance processes within a growing organization.

Why Join?

• High-growth, private equity-backed company with significant expansion plans.
• Opportunity to work directly with executive leadership.
• Highly visible role with a clear path toward Controller.
• Collaborative, entrepreneurial culture where your ideas can make an immediate impact.
• Relocation assistance available for candidates interested in moving to the Scottsdale, Arizona area.