Assistant Controller

An equipment leasing and finance platform is seeking an Assistant Controller to support its accounting and finance operations. This role will be highly hands-on, with responsibility across month-end close, balance sheet integrity, lease accounting, audit support, and process improvement.

The Assistant Controller will work closely with the VP of Finance and Accounting Manager to ensure timely, accurate financial reporting and proper accounting treatment across the full lease lifecycle. This is a strong fit for someone who is comfortable operating in the details while also helping improve processes, controls, and documentation as the business scales.

Responsibilities

• Support monthly and year-end close, including journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Own key balance sheet accounts, ensuring timely reconciliation and resolution of variances.
• Support lease and portfolio accounting, including originations, modifications, income recognition, and allowances.
• Assist with audit preparation, accounting policies, internal controls, and compliance requirements.
• Support lender and covenant reporting with accurate schedules and documentation.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance close efficiency, accuracy, and scalability.
• Collaborate with the accounting team to support execution, prioritization, and documentation standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (CPA preferred, not required).
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, ideally within equipment finance, leasing, lending, or financial services.
• Strong GAAP knowledge with hands-on close, reconciliations, and audit support experience.
• Advanced Excel skills and comfort working with detailed schedules.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Clear communicator who can work cross-functionally.