Controller

A business critical Controller role has arisen with a publicly listed, multi-industry company headquartered in New York. Reporting directly to the Head of Finance and working closely with the senior leadership team on strategy, this role owns all aspects of the company’s accounting operations. The right candidate is someone equally comfortable rolling up their sleeves in the details today and sitting across the table from the board tomorrow.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of all accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, payroll, and month-end/year-end close.
• Own public company reporting, including SEC filings (10-K, 10-Q, 8-K), quarterly earnings support, and coordination with external auditors and investor relations.
• Partner with the CFO on annual budgeting and ongoing monitoring of performance against targets across multiple business segments.
• Lead accounting for M&A and other business transactions, including due diligence, financial impact assessment, and integration of acquired entities.
• Drive continuous improvement of accounting systems and processes, evaluating and implementing new technology as needed.
• Prepare and present financial statements, ensuring compliance with GAAP/IFRS, SEC regulations, and other regulatory requirements.
• Maintain a strong internal controls environment, including SOX compliance, and coordinate internal and external audits.
• Lead and mentor the accounting team, fostering a collaborative, high-performance culture.
• Prepare position papers for external auditors reflecting the company’s accounting treatment

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA certification required. Big 4 training strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive accounting leadership experience, including M&A and public company reporting.
• Experience working in a FinTech environment preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of SEC reporting requirements, SOX compliance, and experience in a multi-segment or diversified business.
• Proven ability to lead and manage a team effectively, with strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex financial data and provide strategic insight.