Controller, Finance & Banking, Financial Manager

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Controller to lead the accounting, financial reporting, and compliance functions of our company. The Controller will be responsible for ensuring the integrity of financial information, managing SEC and regulatory filings, overseeing internal controls, and supporting strategic financial initiatives. This role requires deep knowledge of U.S. GAAP, SEC reporting, Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance, and public company governance.

• Oversee all aspects of the company’s accounting and financial reporting in compliance with U.S. GAAP.
• Manage preparation and timely filing of SEC reports, including Forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, proxy statements, and other required disclosures.
• Coordinate quarterly and annual audits with external auditors.
• Ensure adherence to Sarbanes-Oxley Section 404 requirements, including internal controls documentation, testing, and remediation.
• Lead the day-to-day operations of the accounting function, including general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, payroll, and fixed assets.
• Develop, implement, and maintain accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls to safeguard company assets.
• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes to ensure accuracy and timeliness.
• Strategic & Financial Planning Support
• Provide financial analysis to support management decision-making, board reporting, and investor relations.
• Assist in budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Support M&A activity, capital markets transactions, and strategic initiatives.
• Leadership & Team Management
• Supervise and mentor accounting staff, fostering professional growth and operational excellence.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with finance, legal, investor relations, and operations teams.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to the CFO and executive leadership on accounting, compliance, and risk matters.

• Education & Credentials
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field (Master’s preferred).

Experience:

• Minimum 8–10 years of progressive accounting/finance experience, with at least 3 years in a leadership role at a public company or with a public company client at a Big Four/national CPA firm.
• Strong understanding of SEC reporting requirements, U.S. GAAP, and SOX compliance.
• Experience managing audits, complex consolidations, and technical accounting issues.
• Skills & Attributes
• Exceptional technical accounting skills and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present complex financial information to executive leadership and the board.
• High integrity, professionalism, and ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.