Assistant Controller

The Assistant Controller role at Columbia Home Services is a remote, full-time position within a rapidly growing private equity-backed platform. It involves overseeing accounting and financial reporting for multiple entities, working closely with executive leadership to standardize processes, improve financial reporting, and support acquisitions.

Location: Remote

Salary: $110k–$130k

Responsibilities

• Own the accounting and financial reporting for the corporate business unit and a portfolio of 4–6 operating companies.
• Prepare and review month-end journal entries, financial statements, account reconciliations, and variance analyses.
• Ensure timely and accurate month-end close processes across assigned entities.
• Maintain compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Standardize month-end close procedures across the platform to support a scalable shared-services accounting model.
• Develop and implement consistent accounting procedures for intercompany transactions, payroll accounting, prepaid expenses, revenue recognition, and daily cash and deposit processing.
• Establish, document, and strengthen internal controls while identifying opportunities to improve efficiency and reduce risk.
• Support the development and implementation of company-wide accounting policies and procedures.
• Prepare audit schedules and supporting documentation for annual financial statement audits.
• Respond to auditor requests and coordinate required deliverables across multiple operating companies.
• Manage annual insurance renewals and serve as the primary contact for insurance audits.
• Partner with operating company leaders to ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance.
• Support company-wide Accounts Payable initiatives and help maximize automation tools and workflows.
• Assist with accounting integrations for newly acquired businesses.
• Complete special projects and financial initiatives as assigned by executive leadership.
• Travel occasionally to operating company locations as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience with a strong understanding of GAAP.
• 2+ years of experience as an Assistant Controller or Senior Accountant in a private equity-backed, multi-entity, or high-growth organization.
• Experience preparing financial statements, account reconciliations, and month-end close.
• Strong knowledge of internal controls and financial reporting.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, IF statements, and logical formulas.
• Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams.
• Experience using accounting software such as Sage Intacct and QuickBooks.
• Experience utilizing AI tools to improve productivity, automate tasks, and drive operational efficiencies.

Benefits

• 100% Remote Position.
• Competitive salary with bonus opportunities.
• Opportunity to work directly with executive leadership, including the CFO and Corporate Controller.
• Be part of a rapidly growing private equity-backed organization.
• Exposure to acquisitions, integrations, and strategic financial initiatives.
• Significant opportunity for professional growth and career advancement as the platform continues to expand.
• Collaborative, high-performing team focused on continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Additional Information

• Originally posted on Himalayas