Vice President Controller

Location: New York

Job Detail Experience Level VPDegree Type Bachelor of Science (BS)
Employment Full Time Working Type Hybrid Job Reference Salary Type Annually Industry Financial Services;

Law Firms & Legal Services;

Professional Services;

Law Practice Selling Points Shape financial strategies and lead impactful initiatives at a dynamic organization. Drive accounting excellence and compliance while fostering team development. Collaborate with executive leaders on transformative projects.

Job Description Vice President Controller Overview The Vice President Controller oversees financial reporting, accounting operations, and regulatory compliance for the organization.

Provides strategic leadership to the accounting function, ensuring accuracy and reliability of financial data.

Collaborates closely with executive leadership to communicate financial performance effectively.

Leads a high-performing team, focusing on talent development and succession planning.

Establishes robust accounting policies aligned with GAAP and regulatory standards.

Drives continuous improvement in accounting operations through automation and technology.

Supports strategic initiatives, ensuring financial governance and compliance implications are addressed.

Acts as a trusted advisor on accounting implications of organizational decisions.

Ensures audit readiness and maintains strong relationships with external auditors and regulators.

Vice President Controller

Key Responsibilities & Duties Lead enterprise accounting functions, including financial reporting, controls, and compliance.

Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes with high accuracy.

Prepare internal and external financial statements and disclosures.

Manage external audits, ensuring readiness and issue resolution.

Direct tax filings and compliance requirements at federal, state, and local levels.

Implement new accounting standards, ensuring proper documentation and communication.

Oversee transactional accounting functions, including payroll, accounts payable, and receivable.

Lead accounting work streams for acquisitions, mergers, and strategic investments.

Collaborate with executive leaders to support strategic initiatives and financial governance.

Vice President Controller

Job Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline required.

CPA designation strongly preferred; advanced certifications are advantageous.

Minimum of 15 years of progressive accounting and finance experience.

Proven success leading complex accounting organizations and developing senior accounting talent.

Extensive experience with financial statement preparation and internal control frameworks.

Experience directing external audit relationships and preparing governance materials.

Demonstrated ability to lead accounting transformation initiatives effectively.

Strong collaboration skills with FP&A, IT, and business leaders for analytics and forecasting.

Exceptional communication skills to convey financial insights to diverse audiences.