Controller
Responsibilities:
• Lead the preparation and distribution of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, including analysis at the department and practice level.
• Direct the month-end and year-end close cycle by maintaining accurate ledger activity, completing reconciliations, and validating supporting schedules and intercompany balances.
• Oversee core accounting functions such as accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll, and employee expense accounting to ensure timely and accurate processing.
• Apply revenue recognition guidance to retainer arrangements, success-based fees, and advisory engagements billed over time, ensuring appropriate accounting treatment.
• Review deferred revenue, variable consideration, and contingent fee arrangements to support accurate recognition and reporting.
• Collaborate with deal teams and practice leaders to align revenue assignment, incentive calculations, and expense allocations with underlying business activity.
• Support budgeting and rolling forecast processes by partnering with leadership and delivering analysis on revenue trends, margins, operating efficiency, and profitability across teams and service lines.
• Act as the main point of contact for internal and external audits by coordinating schedules, documentation, and audit support materials.
• Strengthen accounting controls, reporting accuracy, and process efficiency across billing, collections, payables, expense management, and close timelines while maintaining system integrity.
• Manage, mentor, and develop accounting staff by promoting accountability, precision, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
• At least 10 years of progressive accounting and finance experience, including a minimum of 2 years in a people management capacity.
• Series 27 license, or willingness to obtain the license within 180 days of starting employment.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting requirements.
• Experience with revenue recognition in a business or services-based environment.
• Advanced skills in accounting platforms and Microsoft Excel; experience with Sage Intacct is an advantage.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• CPA certification and prior public accounting audit or assurance experience are preferred.
For immediate consideration, please reach out to Leigh Goings on LinkedIn!
Compensation
$130,000.00-$175,000.00 YearlyAbout Us
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