Assistant Controller

Company: Burke Professional
Location: Cincinnati
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

Location: Anderson Township (Cincinnati East Side) Career Track: Clear path to Controller Burke Professionals is partnering with a highly successful, well-established industry leader headquartered on Cincinnati’s east side. Known for decades of sustained growth, strong community reputation, and a commitment to investing in its people, this organization offers a stable, long-term career opportunity with meaningful responsibility and visibility. We are seeking a hands-on, growth-oriented Assistant Controller who wants to contribute directly to operations while positioning themselves for advancement into the Controller role. Why This Opportunity Stands Out This is a role where your work is seen and valued. You’ll collaborate closely with leadership, learn the business end-to-end, and play a key role in creating financial clarity that guides strategic decisions. The company’s culture supports ownership, accountability, and continuous improvement —not bureaucracy. This is a strong next step for an accountant ready for broader responsibility, leadership exposure, and a defined growth trajectory. Key Responsibilities Lead daily, monthly, and annual account reconciliations , including bank, balance sheet, credit card, and ACH activity Manage the monthly close process to ensure accuracy and timeliness Prepare and maintain daily sales and cash reporting and monthly financial statements Classify and track cash receipts; provide oversight and problem-solving support for accounts receivable Investigate and resolve discrepancies; maintain fixed asset records Work closely with operations, banking partners, vendors, customers, and internal leadership to keep financial processes running smoothly Support multiple business units, including retail and property operations Contribute to financial controls, procedures, and process improvements Ideal Candidate Profile 3 years of accounting experience (industry experience in construction, landscaping, manufacturing, distribution, or field-services is helpful but not required) Strong general ledger and reconciliation skills Proficiency in Excel; experience with ComputerEase, QuickBooks, CounterPoint, or Renterra is a plus A proactive, resourceful working style with the ability to take ownership and follow through Interest in growing into a senior accounting leadership role What This Role Offers A clear, realistic pathway to Controller A respected, successful employer with decades of stability Leadership access and the ability to make a visible impact A culture that values reliability, respect, and teamwork Work environment with no corporate bureaucracy To Apply If you’re seeking a role where your contribution matters and your growth is supported, we’d like to talk.

Keywords: Burke Professional, Kettering , Assistant Controller, Accounting, Auditing , Cincinnati, Ohio