Assistant Controller

A growing equipment leasing and finance platform is seeking an Assistant Controller to join its accounting leadership team. Reporting directly to the VP of Finance, this individual will play a highly visible, hands‑on role across all aspects of accounting operations, financial reporting, month‑end close, reconciliations, audit support, and process improvement.

This is an ideal opportunity for someone who enjoys rolling up their sleeves, improving processes, and taking ownership in a growing environment. The company expects this person to develop into a future Controller as the organization continues to scale.

• Support and help lead monthly and annual close processes
• Prepare and review journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules
• Maintain balance sheet integrity and resolve reconciling items
• Support financial statement preparation and management reporting
• Oversee lease receivable, funding liability, and unearned income schedules
• Assist with lease accounting throughout the lease lifecycle
• Support CECL and allowance methodologies
• Coordinate external audit requests and documentation
• Improve accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls
• Assist with lender reporting and covenant compliance
• Drive process improvements and automation initiatives
• Partner closely with finance leadership on accounting operations and reporting
• Mentor and support junior accounting staff

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting
• CPA preferred
• 5-10 years of accounting experience
  
  Experience with in equipment leasing, equipment finance, commercial lending, specialty finance, or financial services preferred
• Strong understanding of GAAP
• Experience with month‑end close, reconciliations, and financial reporting
• Advanced Excel skills
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to operate independently in a hands‑on environment