Description
Assistant Corporate Controller
CPA required for consideration
Hybrid Position: 1 day per week in office in Elmhurst, IL required
Join MedSpeed and help deliver health! We’re a healthcare logistics company partnering with organizations nationwide to transport vital medical supplies and specimens. At MedSpeed, teamwork, integrity, and growth drive everything we do. If you’re passionate, driven, and ready to make a real impact, we want to hear from you. Today, we have a nationwide presence with locations across the U.S., yet we’ve never lost the entrepreneurial spirit and close-knit culture that defined us from day one.
Our people are at the heart of what we do and how we support our customers. We work as one team, we keep our promises, and we get better every day. These aren’t just words; they shape how we support each other, grow together, and deliver real impact.
The detail-oriented and hands-on Assistant Corporate Controller at MedSpeed will play a key role in managing core accounting functions and ensuring the integrity of financial reporting. This role supports the full accounting cycle, with a focus on month-end close, compliance, audit and tax support, and process improvement. The Assistant Controller will work closely with the Controller to implement scalable processes, strengthen internal controls, and drive automation efforts in a growing organization. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting expertise, a proactive mindset, and the ability to collaborate effectively across teams.
How You Will Contribute:
• Manage and execute month-end and year-end close processes with a focus on precision and completeness to ensure timely, accurate, and reliable financial reporting.
• Oversee revenue recognition and expense accrual processes to ensure alignment with accounting policies and accurate period-end financial results.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to improve financial workflows and serve as a key resource for accounting-related inquiries.
• Support accounting for acquisitions, including purchase accounting analyses, opening balance sheet entries, and post-close integration in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
• Oversee lease accounting in accordance with ASC 842, including administration, reporting, classification, and reconciliation to ensure compliance and accurate financial representation across all lease arrangements.
• Assist with the coordination and execution of annual financial statement audits, including preparing audit schedules, responding to auditor inquiries, and ensuring timely delivery of all required documentation.
• Monitor and ensure compliance with state-level tax, regulatory, and financial reporting requirements across all U.S. jurisdictions in which the company operates.
• Provide guidance, mentorship, and technical support to accounting team members to foster development, ensure accuracy, and promote best practices.
• Collaborate with the Controller to design and implement scalable processes and automation initiatives that support business growth and operational complexity.
• Provide support during annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting processes by supplying accurate historical and transactional data.
• Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and internal accounting policies, while maintaining a strong internal control environment.
• Participate in ad-hoc projects and reporting to support company and department initiatives.
Skills For Success:
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (Master’s or MBA a plus)
• 5 to 8 years of progressive accounting experience; prior experience with M&A related accounting in a private-equity backed or similar high-growth environment preferred.
• CPA required
• Proficient in accounting systems, with specific expertise in NetSuite and its application to financial operations and reporting
• High level of ownership, initiative, and adaptability in a constantly evolving environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong interpersonal abilities
• Collaborative work style, able to work well within and across departments.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work well under pressure
• Discretion and professionalism in handling confidential information
Our Commitment to You:
MedSpeed knows that doing meaningful work starts with being part of a company that values your well-being. That’s why, in addition to a collaborative and purpose-driven culture, we offer benefits that support your life both at work and beyond it. This includes medical, dental, and vision coverage; flexible spending accounts; paid time off to recharge; and a 401(k) to help you plan for the future.
The salary for this role ranges from $130,000 to $140,000, depending on factors like experience, skills, and location. A discretionary bonus is also available, tied to individual and company performance.
Please beware of fake job offers. MedSpeed only contacts candidates through official channels and never requests personal information outside of our secure application process. All position openings are at www.medspeed.com
As part of our hiring process, final candidates will be subject to a background check, in compliance with applicable laws.
MedSpeed is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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