Payroll Coordinator

Hoxton Circle • New Hyde Park, NY

14d • Onsite

About The Position

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. 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.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 5-8+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• CPA strongly preferred.
• Public accounting experience is highly desirable.
• Previous experience with a private equity-backed company is a significant plus.

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.

Benefits

• Relocation assistance available for candidates interested in moving to the Scottsdale, Arizona area.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level