Assistant Controller

The Assistant Controller is a key member of the Finance and Accounting team, reporting directly to the Corporate Controller. This role plays a critical part in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of the firm’s financial records, supporting the close process, and contributing to the ongoing development of the Company’s accounting infrastructure.

What You Will Do

Work with the other Assistant Controllers to manage monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial results. Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules for assigned entities.

Why It Might Be a Fit

We are seeking candidates with strong technical accounting skills, proficiency in ERP/GL systems, and experience with sponsor entity accounting. The ideal candidate will be able to identify issues and drive them to resolution, and will have a demonstrated ability to work effectively across teams and present information clearly to senior stakeholders.

Requirements

• 7–10+ years of progressive accounting experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA required
• Experience within financial services required (e.g., broker-dealer, investment bank, asset manager, or similarly regulated institution)
• Experience with sponsor entity accounting (VRR) strongly preferred
• Strong technical accounting skills with a solid understanding of GAAP financial reporting and internal controls
• Proficiency in ERP/GL systems (e.g., Oracle Fusion Cloud, NetSuite, or similar)
• Advanced Excel skills, including the ability to work with large data sets, reconciliations, and financial models

Benefits

• Health Coverage
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance (administered through a national carrier such as Blue Cross Blue Shields )
• Prescription Drug Plans
• Pre-Tax Flexible Spending Account (Health and Dependent Care) (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Time Off & Work-Life Benefits
• Vacation/Personal Days + Holidays
• Financial & Income Protection Benefits
• PT Retirement
• Mission-Driven Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• Voluntary Life Insurance + Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Wellness & Everyday Support
• Discounted Fitness Memberships (Free membership for Chicago office)
• Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits – Transit & Parking
• Mental Health support through company provided Employee Assistance Program
• Employee recognition programs (PT Rewards and Annual Awards)