Controller, Finance & Banking, Accounting Manager

Description

At Larson Financial Holdings, LLC, we are seeking an experienced Controller, CPA to lead the accounting function and own the preparation and integrity of the company's GAAP financial statements within a fast‑growing, diversified financial services organization. We believe success is built by people who are goal‑oriented, lead with a servant heart, and demonstrate a warrior spirit in everything they do. As a key member of our finance leadership team, the Controller will bring energy, initiative, and integrity to their work while supporting both our clients and colleagues through strong financial stewardship and collaboration.

This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in an organization committed to helping employees thrive. In return for your leadership and expertise, Larson is dedicated to supporting your growth by providing the resources, mentorship, and opportunities needed to flourish both personally and professionally. We're confident you'll find this opportunity both challenging and rewarding.

• Partner and cultivate relationships with our leadership team to identify and manage various technical accounting and financial reporting opportunities.
• Evaluate, analyze and issue US GAAP and/or IFRS accounting, as well as SEC reporting position papers for publicly traded and private companies, including private companies seeking public registration.
• Develop strategies to solve complex business problems using new ways of thinking, and devise solutions to support your clients' needs through using the latest tools and methods.
• Provide mentorship and performance development to teams while overseeing the successful completion of project work plans.
• Promote a positive team culture that fosters open communication among all engagement team members.
• Create development opportunities for others, including participating in the creation and rollout of technical accounting training, and ways for your team to improve our clients and communities.
• Implement accounting pronouncement transitions (e.g. lease accounting, revenue recognition, CECL, etc.), reconciliation and restatements.
• Lead public company readiness efforts and SEC reporting requirements.
• Evaluate, summarize, organize, and interpret data.
• Establish and cultivate business relationships and a professional network, including with senior executives.
• Own and manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process across all entities, ensuring timely, accurate, and complete financial statements prepared in accordance with GAAP.
• Review and approve journal entries, account reconciliations, and close support.
• Maintain a disciplined close calendar and enforce deadlines.
• Serve as the primary authority on GAAP, accounting policy, and technical accounting matters.
• Research, document, and implement accounting treatment for complex transactions (M&A, equity, intercompany, leases, revenue).
• Maintain accounting policies, procedures, and documentation.
• Lead all external audits, reviews, and examinations.
• Act as the primary point of contact for external auditors and tax advisors.
• Manage audit planning, PBC requests, issue resolution, and final deliverables.
• Coordinate with tax advisors to ensure timely and accurate filings (income, sales/use, payroll, etc.).
• Design, implement, and maintain effective internal controls.
• Identify financial and operational risks and implement mitigation strategies.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Own the accounting system of record (Net Suite) and related sub‑ledgers.
• Ensure system configuration supports GAAP compliance and scalable processes.
• Partner with FP&A and IT on data integrity, integrations, and process improvements.
• Drive continuous improvement in accounting workflows and efficiency.
• Lead and develop the accounting team, setting clear expectations and accountability.
• Provide coaching, review work product, and support professional growth.
• Establish clear ownership across accounting roles to avoid duplication and gaps.
• Partner with the CFO on accounting implications of strategic initiatives.
• Collaborate with FP&A, Commissions, and Operations to ensure clean handoffs…