Controller
Company: Confidential | Prop Trading / Fintech
Location: Remote (Preference for candidates located in a major metropolitan area or Chicago)
Salary: $130,000 - $165,000 Base + Bonus
- Manage all aspects of the corporate accounting function, including the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes.
- Prepare and oversee consolidated financial reporting and ensure accuracy of financial statements.
- Lead the organization's transition to GAAP-compliant accounting practices, including the development of policies, procedures, and supporting controls.
- Drive process improvements across the accounting function to increase efficiency, scalability, and reporting accuracy.
- Oversee the implementation and optimization of ERP and financial systems, including accounting software enhancements and migrations.
- Establish and maintain a strong internal control environment and ensure adherence to accounting and financial reporting standards.
- Coordinate audit readiness efforts and serve as the primary liaison with external auditors.
- Support leadership with financial analysis, reporting, and strategic finance initiatives.
- Partner cross-functionally to improve financial processes, reporting capabilities, and operational effectiveness.
- Assist with cash management, corporate finance activities, and other special projects as the business continues to grow.
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
- CPA designation strongly preferred.
- 5+ years of progressive accounting experience with increasing levels of responsibility.
- Prior Controller, Assistant Controller, or senior accounting leadership experience preferred.
- Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls.
- Experience supporting external audits and working directly with audit firms.
- Proven track record of improving accounting processes and building scalable finance operations.
- Experience with ERP implementations, upgrades, or migrations; NetSuite experience is highly preferred.
- Ability to operate independently, manage competing priorities, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and problem-solving capabilities.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to interact effectively across all levels of an organization.
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