Corporate Finance Controller

We are seeking a VP level Corporate Finance Controller who will report to the Head of Financial Control and will be responsible for a broad array of areas including providing accounting advisory/policy support for new transaction types, implementation of accounting standards, and the implementation of firm wide initiatives such as acquisitions and other Finance process improvements. This role will work closely with all regional Financial Control teams, the Financial Planning & Analysis team, and the GP Reporting team as well as numerous teams throughout the firms operating platform.

• Work closely with legal entity controllers to ensure that accounting policies are properly adopted and maintained for consolidated firm and multiple separate company financial statements
• Lead engagement on special projects, including M&A transaction integration, new business initiatives, and Finance reengineering initiatives
• Review impacts of new accounting guidance on day-to-day accounting and financial statements
• Analyze transactions and scenarios against technical accounting guidance summarizing conclusions to key stakeholders
• Assist in preparation and review of legal entity financial statements and high-quality financial analyses presented to senior management
• Support monthly financial close activities, including preparation or review of journal entries and account reconciliations
• Work closely with external auditors, internal auditors, and regulatory bodies as appropriate

• 10 years of Accounting/Finance experience, preferably in financial services industry with an emphasis in asset management
• CPA required, MBA a plus
• Strong verbal and written communication proficiency
• Strong understanding of general ledger and management reporting software such as SAP, Workiva, One Stream
• Knowledge of fund industry accounting and impacts to financial reporting (40 Act Funds, Private Equity)
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP with ability to apply applicable accounting guidance to new transactions or products
• Demonstrated proficiency in accounting standards impacting asset management industry (including revenue recognition, leases, foreign currency, consolidation / variable interest entities, compensation arrangements, investments, and distinguishing liabilities from equity)
• Detailed oriented and well organized; ability to work with various levels of management on a wide range of tasks
• Proactive self-starter who can work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast paced, tight deadline environment
• Advanced technical skills with Microsoft Excel with ability to integrate and leverage AI tools

If this sounds like you, please email with your resume and highlighted qualifications.

Oliver James Associates