We are seeking a highly motivated Assistant Controller to join a growing, private equity–backed industrial services organization. This role will support the Controller in overseeing the company’s accounting operations and financial close process, with a strong focus on technical accounting, month-end close, and process improvement. The ideal candidate will bring a blend of public accounting and private industry experience and thrive in a fast-paced, results-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Support and manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
• Prepare, review, and approve journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules
• Assist with financial statement preparation in accordance with GAAP
• Partner with FP&A and operations to ensure accurate reporting and variance analysis
• Help maintain and improve internal controls, accounting policies, and procedures
• Coordinate with external auditors and support audit requests
• Assist with technical accounting matters, including new accounting standards and complex transactions
• Support PE reporting requirements and ad hoc financial analysis as needed
• Drive continuous improvement in accounting processes, systems, and documentation

Qualifications & Experience

• 6+ years of accounting experience, or straight public accounting experience with progression
• Required public accounting background (Big 4 or national firm preferred), with private industry experience strongly preferred
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, general ledger accounting, and financial close processes
• Hands-on experience with month-end close and journal entries
• Experience in a PE-backed or fast-growth environment is a plus
• Industrial services, construction, or similar industry experience preferred
• Advanced Excel skills: ERP system experience required
• CPA strongly preferred

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Comfortable operating in a hands-on, roll-up-your-sleeves role
• Able to work effectively in a hybrid environment with 4 days per week in-office
• Strong communicator who can partner cross-functionally
• Thrives in an environment with high accountability and evolving processes

Why Join

• Competitive compensation with bonus potential
• Exposure to private equity ownership and strategic initiatives
• Opportunity to make an immediate impact in a growing organization