Controller,Accounting,Financial Compliance Job New York New York USA,Accounting

Location: New York

The Controller will be responsible for overseeing all accounting operations, financial reporting, internal controls, treasury accounting, and compliance activities for the Company. This role will lead the monthly close process, manage external audits, ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP, and support executive leadership with financial analysis and strategic initiatives. The Controller will manage a growing accounting team and play a key role in maintaining a scalable and well-controlled finance organization.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on accounting leader with strong technical accounting expertise, experience managing audits, and a proven ability to improve processes and systems within a dynamic, growth-oriented environment

Core Responsibilities

seLead the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processe
s.Prepare and review financial statements and supporting schedules in accordance with U.S. GAA
P.Ensure timely and accurate reporting to management, lenders, investors, auditors, and regulatory stakeholder
s.Manage account reconciliations and balance sheet substantiation processe
s.Oversee consolidation activities and intercompany accountin

Technical Accounting & Compliance

ce Research, document, and implement accounting guidance under U.S. GAA
P.Prepare technical accounting memoranda for significant transactions and accounting position
s.Coordinate annual financial statement audits and quarterly review
s.Maintain compliance with lender reporting requirements and debt covenant
s.Support regulatory reporting and public-company readiness initiative

Internal Controls & S

OXDesign, implement, and maintain effective internal controls over financial reportin
g.Lead control documentation, testing, and remediation effort
s.Ensure compliance with established accounting policies and procedure
s.Identify opportunities to strengthen controls and improve operational efficienc
ipLead, mentor, and develop accounting staf
f.Establish performance expectations and provide ongoing coaching and feedbac
k.Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and professional develop men
t.Assist with recruiting and onboarding accounting personnel as neede

Systems & Process Improveme

nt Drive automation and process improvement initiatives across the accounting functio
n.Partner with FP&A, Treasury, Operations, and IT teams to enhance reporting capabilitie
s.Maintain integrity of ERP systems and accounting-related application
s.Develop scalable processes to support business growt

Treasury & Cash Manageme

nt Oversee cash accounting and bank reconciliation
s.Review treasury-related transactions and debt activit
y.Support liquidity reporting and cash forecasting initiative
s.Coordinate with banking partners and internal stakeholders on treasury matter

Special Projec

ts Support mergers, acquisitions, financing transactions, and strategic initiative
s.Assist with implementation of new accounting standard
s.Participate in ERP enhancements and finance transformation project
s.Perform ad hoc analyses and projects requested by executive managemen

Qualifications Requir

ed Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Financ
e.Active CPA licens
e.10+ years of progressive accounting experienc
e.3+ years of management experienc
e.Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting requirement
s.Experience managing external audit
s.Advanced Excel skill
s.Experience with ERP system

Preferr

ed Public accounting experience with a Big Four or national accounting fir
m.Experience in financial services, specialty finance, lending, asset management, or fintec
h.Experience supporting SEC reporting, SOX compliance, or public-company readiness initiative
s.Experience with Dynamics 365 Business Central or similar ERP platform
s.Familiarity with debt facilities, fair value accounting, and complex financial instrument
es Strong technical accounting knowledg
e.Excellent analytical and problem-solving skill
s.Exceptional attention to detai
l.Strong project management capabilitie
s.Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environmen
t.Effective communication and leadership skill
s.High level of integrity and professionalis

Compensati

y.Annual performance bonu
e.401(k) with company matc
h.Paid time off and company holiday

About Cart

iga Cartiga is a leading specialty finance company focused on providing capital solutions to plaintiffs and law firms throughout the litigation process. Through its consumer and commercial financing platforms, Cartiga delivers non-recourse funding and working capital solutions that help clients navigate the legal claims lifecyc

le. Founded on a commitment to innovation, transparency, and disciplined underwriting, Cartiga has deployed hundreds of millions of dollars in capital and established long-standing relationships with law firms and legal professionals nationwide. The Company leverages proprietary data, advanced analytics, and extensive industry expertise to evaluate opportunities and manage risk across its portfo

lio. Cartiga is experiencing continued growth and is…

Controller, Accounting, Financial Compliance