Assistant Corporate Controller

Steven Douglas is partnered with a multibillion dollar distribution company to identify an Assistant Corporate Controller! This role will report directly to the CAO and be involved in all general accounting functions including M&A and systems based work!

• Act as a strategic advisor to the CAO and finance leadership, providing expert guidance on accounting, financial statement development, support of internal and external audit requirements, and compliance issues to support sound decision-making and governance
• Operate as both a strategic partner and hands‑on leader in a highly decentralized, rapidly scaling, private equity–backed environment
• Ensure a timely and accurate month‑end close, lead best practices in financial statement preparation, and manage deadlines effectively
• Drive scale through use of tools and integration of financial systems
• Champion the development of a high‑performing accounting team, foster a culture of continuous improvement, and spearhead the adoption of next‑generation financial systems and technologies
• Demonstrate deep expertise and confidence in public‑company undertakings, including external investor/bank financial reporting, disclosures and footnote requirements
• Effective with purchase price accounting, net working capital and financial requirements in a highly acquisitive organization
• Willing to work through manual processes and multiple systems to support the accounting team to meet deadlines as well as develop improvements and operational efficiency
• Partner and build strong relationships with the finance and accounting function and the organization

• Lead the financial reporting and close process for a strategic business unit (segment) and Corporate
• Lead the review of the general ledger, including key account reconciliations, flux analysis, and variance review
• Possess a strong foundation in accounts payable/receivable, payroll, fixed assets, and inventory accounting, lease liability and similar functions
• Have a strong grasp of accounting framework and application of accounting in a manual environment as transition to next‑generation system occurs
• Maintain a robust internal control framework consistent with SOX 404 expectations; remediate or enhance as needed
• Optimize accounting processes and ERP systems to improve scalability, automation, speed/timeliness, and data accuracy
• Establish and monitor accounting policies, procedures, and technical interpretations to ensure consistency across divisions

• Oversee consolidation process and preparation and accuracy of consolidated financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP and all related audit testing and engagements
• Assist CAO with technical accounting evaluations for the organization, including revenue, leases, business combinations, and adoptions of new accounting standards
• Build monthly financials including balance sheet and cash flow for total company
• Assist with the preparation of budgets and forecasts, and analyze the operational drivers of variances
• Ensure timely, accurate, and transparent reporting for internal management, lenders, and ownership stakeholders
• Drive financial reporting (MD&A), including footnotes and associated disclosure controls, for bank/investor reporting
• Prepare for and support audit requirements, including materials for the Audit Committee and Board ras needed
• Standardize accounting policies, procedures, and reporting across entities to ensure consistency and effective governance
• Build SOX‑ready processes and support public‑company reporting readiness initiatives

• Support purchase price accounting, acquisition‑related reporting and integration of acquired entities
• Standardize reporting, policies, systems, and control frameworks across acquired businesses

• Build and mentor a high‑performing accounting team, in a fast‑paced environment
• Willing to teach, develop, and organize the group for success
• Drive the group towards agility, deep understanding of accounting foundation, accountability to meeting timelines, and accuracy of deliverables

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in…