Company Overview

Our client is a PE-backed medical equipment platform delivering sustainable, technology-enabled solutions in both new and resale markets. Founded in 2012, they help doctors and surgeons worldwide access high-quality, cost-effective medical devices while driving consistent growth. With 250+ employees across multiple U.S. sites, they’ve scaled from $22M to over $100M in revenue in five years and are targeting $200–300M through strategic M&A. Backed by a leading private equity firm, they’re evolving from founder-led operations to institutional excellence — seeking process-driven finance leaders to build scalable systems and support long-term success.

Position Overview

The Assistant Controller is a critical leadership role reporting directly to the Corporate Controller and partnering closely with the CFO. This position will own core accounting operations across multiple domestic sites, lead a team of 8+ professionals, and drive financial close, compliance, and integration in NetSuite during a high-growth phase. With clear succession potential to Controller in 12–24 months, this role offers broad exposure to GAAP reporting, audits, M&A integration, tax compliance, and executive collaboration. Ideal for a CPA with operational depth and team leadership experience in PE-backed or acquisitive environments.

Position Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Accounting

• Oversee consolidated month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close across subsidiaries
• Enhance account reconciliation processes for accuracy and efficiency
• Co-lead annual audits, managing PBC lists and external auditor relationships
• Support inventory accounting (cycle counts, adjustments, annual counts)
• Prepare GAAP-compliant financial statements with adjusted EBITDA and pro-forma roll-ups

Integration & Compliance

• Lead post-acquisition financial integration into NetSuite (policies, systems, processes)
• Oversee state, local, and sales tax compliance and filings
• Coordinate key customer/vendor reconciliations with Sales, Purchasing, and other teams
• Monitor and report post-acquisition performance metrics

Internal Controls & Process Optimization

• Design and maintain robust internal controls to safeguard assets and ensure accuracy
• Drive continuous improvement in financial operations and automation
• Optimize ERP functionality (NetSuite strongly preferred)

Team Leadership & Strategy

• Lead and develop 8+ accounting team members, fostering accountability and growth
• Collaborate with CFO, Controller, and leadership on financial strategy and ad-hoc projects
• Present variance analysis and insights to support executive decision-making

Position Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor’s in Accounting/Finance; CPA required
• 6+ years progressive accounting experience (mix of public and private industry)
• 2+ years in a leadership role managing accounting teams
• Comprehensive GAAP knowledge and financial reporting expertise
• Experience with audits, tax compliance (state/local/sales), and ERP systems (NetSuite preferred)
• Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, etc.)
• Commutable to far SW Chicagoland (35–50 min drive; hybrid 1–2 days/week, Mondays required)

Preferred:

• PE-backed or acquisitive environment experience
• M&A integration and offshore team management
• Inventory accounting in medical device or distribution

Skills & Competencies

• Builder: Establishes scalable processes, systems, and high-performing teams
• Collaborative: Approachable, professional, and cross-functionally effective
• Analytical: Strong problem-solving with high attention to detail
• Communicative: Conveys complex financial data clearly to all stakeholders
• Execution-Oriented: Meets deadlines consistently in a fast-paced environment

If you’re a CPA with operational leadership experience ready to scale accounting operations in a high-growth PE platform, we encourage you to apply. A member of Talentfoot’s recruitment team will be in touch if your background aligns with our client’s needs.

Talentfoot Overview

Talentfoot Executive Search specializes in future-proofing organizations by securing forward-thinking leaders across sales, marketing, eCommerce, product, data, operations, finance, and technology with a track record of accelerating growth, innovation, and profitability. Since 2010, we’ve partnered with more than 2,500 companies and lead the industry with a 98% client success rate. Learn more at Talentfoot.com.