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VP, Corporate Controller
We are partnering with a private equity backed multi-site/multi-state professional service organization looking to add a VP Controller to their team.

• Work Environment: Hybrid
• Company will support relocation to candidates looking to move to the western part of Los Angeles.
• Reports to: Chief Financial Officer

The Corporate Controller is a hands-on financial leader responsible for overseeing all accounting operations of the Company and its affiliates. This role manages transactional and general ledger accounting, prepares financial statements with supporting schedules, and ensures compliance with GAAP and internal policies. The Controller plays a key role in shaping financial strategy, maintaining robust internal controls, and supervising the accounting team. This role requires strong technical expertise, leadership ability, and operational effectiveness, with a focus on scaling processes, ensuring accuracy, and supporting the Company’s financial integrity.

Responsibilities:
Accounting Activities management:

• Manage all aspects of the company’s accounting function including:
• Month end and annual financial close
• Balance sheet account reconciliations
• Treasury management, payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, collections
• General ledger management
• Sales, use and property tax reporting
• Coordination with outside tax resources for income return preparation

Financial Management and Reporting:

• Develop and implement financial and accounting strategies, policies, and procedures to support the company’s goals and objectives.
• Conduct regular financial reviews and provide timely and accurate reports to management and stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with accounting principles, regulatory requirements, and company policies.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
• Generate financial reports, including profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.

Internal Controls and Compliance:

• Establish and maintain internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance with financial regulations.
• Conduct regular audits and reviews to assess the effectiveness of internal controls and identify areas for improvement.
• Implement and enforce accounting policies and procedures to maintain accurate and reliable financial records.
• Coordinate and collaborate with external auditors and other firms to complete the annual financial audit.
• Stay updated on changes in accounting standards and regulatory requirements.

Acquisitions:

• Complete acquisition due diligence, integration planning and execution.
• Complete working capital evaluation and reconciliations
• Complete opening entries
• Process improvement
• Monitor and evaluate the accounting function efficiency and seek process improvements and efficiency.
• Collaborate with management on business support opportunities within the company accounting function

Team Management and Development:

• Manage and mentor the finance and accounting team, providing guidance and support.
• Set performance goals, conduct performance evaluations, and provide ongoing feedback.
• Identify training and development needs and provide opportunities for skill enhancement.
• Foster a collaborative and high-performing team environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation is strongly preferred.
• Proven experience (7-10 years) as a Controller or in a similar financial management role, with experience managing annual audits and shared services organizations
• In-depth knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and regulatory compliance.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex financial data.
• Solid understanding of internal controls, process improvement and automation and risk management.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Strong leadership and team management abilities.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy, timeliness and precision.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Ability to pivot and be nimble in an ever changing environment.

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