Description

We are looking for a strategic accounting leader to oversee financial operations and establish a strong control environment for a growing multi-entity organization in New York. This role will guide core accounting activities, strengthen reporting accuracy, and ensure timely delivery of financial information for both entity-level and consolidated results. The ideal candidate brings technical accounting depth, sound operational judgment, and experience building scalable processes in a fast-paced setting.

Responsibilities:

• Build and refine accounting policies, operating procedures, and internal control standards to support four distinct legal entities.

• Direct the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close cycle, ensuring complete and accurate preparation of consolidated financial statements.

• Lead general ledger activity across multiple entities and maintain reliable reporting at both the individual entity and consolidated levels.

• Partner closely with FP& A to deliver accurate actual results that support budgeting, forecasting, and variance review.

• Oversee the annual external audit for all entities, including preparation of schedules, coordination of requests, and resolution of audit matters.

• Monitor compliance with applicable accounting standards, regulatory obligations, and financial reporting requirements.

• Provide leadership across core accounting functions, including journal entry review and oversight of accounts payable and accounts receivable activities.


Requirements

• CPA designation required.
• Demonstrated experience leading month-end close and full-cycle accounting operations.
• Strong background in financial reporting, including preparation of consolidated financial statements.
• Hands-on experience managing financial statement audits and working with external auditors.
• Proficiency with NetSuite in a multi-entity accounting environment.
• Solid understanding of journal entries, general ledger management, and internal controls.
• Prior experience in an early-stage startup or similarly evolving business environment.
• Knowledge of accounts payable and accounts receivable processes.

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