Director – Controllership, Technical Accounting

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Oversee accounting teams during transitional periods or when support is required.

• Guide and mentor accounting staff and junior consultants; supervise daily operations and ensure deliverable quality.

• Cultivate relationships with management of portfolio companies, private equity sponsors, and cross-functional teams.

• Handle ad-hoc requests from senior management and private equity deal teams, including providing due diligence support and managing carve-out accounting.

• Own and oversee the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closing processes.

• Prepare and review financial statements in accordance with GAAP standards.

• Lead variance analysis and elucidate financial results in comparison to budget and previous periods.

• Uphold general ledger integrity through journal entries, reconciliations, and account analyses.

• Coordinate external audit and tax processes, acting as a liaison with auditors and tax advisors.

• Ensure adherence to debt covenants, lender reporting, and obligations for private equity sponsor reporting.

• Identify and address control gaps while implementing best practices for the finance function.

• Collaborate with FP&A on actuals, commentary, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting for the board.

• Present financial results and KPI reporting to leadership and private equity sponsors.

• Assist with cash flow forecasting, working capital analysis, and liquidity reporting.

• Support SKU/customer profitability analysis and operational reporting.

• Evaluate accounting processes and implement improvements for efficiency, accuracy, and scalability.

• Aid in ERP implementations, system upgrades, and automation efforts.

• Create standardized reporting templates and closing checklists.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.

• CPA is highly preferred.

• Over 8 years of progressive accounting experience, including significant roles as Controller, Assistant Controller, or in senior accounting leadership.

• Prior experience in a private equity-backed company, public accounting (Big 4 or large regional firm), or consulting environment is strongly preferred.

• Comprehensive understanding of GAAP, financial statement preparation, and the monthly closing process.

• Fluency in AI and the ability to utilize tools to enhance efficiency and quality of work output.

• Demonstrated ability to manage audits, implement internal controls, and drive process enhancements.

• Advanced proficiency in Excel; experience with financial reporting and data visualization tools is preferred.

• Excellent communication skills with the ability to clearly present financial information to both finance and non-finance audiences.

• Capability to work independently in a fast-paced, dynamic environment while managing multiple engagements simultaneously.

• Experience in consulting or fractional leadership roles across various portfolio companies is preferred.

• Familiarity with M&A transactions, carve-outs, or purchase accounting is preferred.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.

• Retirement savings plans with employer matching.

• Opportunities for professional development and continuing education.

• Flexible work arrangements and a supportive work environment.