Assistant Controller

P1 Service Group

As Assistant Controller, oversee accounting functions for corporate unit and operating companies at Columbia Home Services. Ensure compliance and implement best practices for financial reporting processes.

Posted 6/20/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own the accounting and financial reporting for the corporate business unit and 4-6 operating companies by performing all accounting, month-end journal entries, month-end reporting and analysis, and balance sheet account recs.
Standardize the month-end closing processes across the platform in support of a shared services financial close & reporting model: Implement standard account reconciliations; ensure daily revenue and cash deposit processing is completed for the previous day’s activity at all operating companies, develop accounting consistency for intercompany, prepaid insurance, payroll and general accounting work streams.
Establish and maintain strong internal controls across the region — identifying risks, documenting procedures, and implementing improvements to protect business assets and ensure compliance.
Participate in the annual financial statement audit by preparing audit work papers and documents to fulfill PBC auditor requests for all operating company locations.
Support company-wide accounts payable processing by refining the full utilization of A/P automation software system capabilities.
Manage the company-wide insurance policy application and renewal process, and act as the primary point person to complete annual insurance audits.
Support the development, documentation, and implementation of company-wide internal control policies and procedures.
Assist during the accounting integration process of newly acquired operating companies.
Complete special projects as requested by company leadership.

Requirements

What you’ll need

A bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field is required.
Relevant certifications such as CMA or CPA are preferred but not required.
7+ years verifiable progressive accounting experience with an in-depth understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
2+ years as an Assistant Controller or Senior Accountant in a PE-backed or high-growth environment.
Accounting Software: Hands-on experience with accounting software packages such as Sage Intacct and QuickBooks.
Exposure to ServiceTitan is a plus.
Advanced skills in MS Excel, including the ability to create pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, nested “if” statements, and logic formulas are expected.
Intermediate skills in MS Word, Power Point, Outlook, and Teams preferred.
Utilization of AI software to drive efficiency.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Retirement plans
Paid time off
Flexible working arrangements
Professional development

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Hard Skills & Tools

accountingfinancial reportingmonth-end journal entriesaccount reconciliationsinternal controlsaudit preparationaccounts payable processingGAAPA/P automationaccounting integration

Soft Skills

organizational skillsrisk identificationprocedure documentationprocess improvementcommunication skillsleadershipproject management

Certifications

CMACPA