Assistant Controller | Fintech | New York

Zanda; New York (NY); On-site; USD 130,000 - 250,000; Full time

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Assistant Controller | Fintech | New York

Assistant Controller | Fintech | New York

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Co-Founder | Supporting high growth Tech and Digital Start-ups / Scale-ups with CFO hires in New York

Zanda is hiring a Assistant Controller for a high-growth fintech company that provides flexible financing solutions to small and medium-sized businesses. The company has supported thousands of nationwide businesses, delivering billions in funding through a streamlined, technology-driven process.

Reporting directly to the VP of Finance, this role will be integral to the accounting and finance functions, overseeing budgeting, forecasting, month-end close, management reporting, and the annual audit. This is a high-impact opportunity to contribute to a fast-paced, results-driven environment and play a key role in the company’s continued growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead financial reporting, month-end close, and audit processes.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and strategic financial planning.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure accurate financial insights.
• Maintain high standards of financial integrity and compliance.

A Day in the Life of an Assistant Controller:

Accounting:

• Run a timely, accurate and efficient monthly accounting close process including review of journal entries and operating results required to ensure the accuracy of monthly financial records.
• Responsible for annual financial statement audit, including preparation of all supporting documentation and interaction with external auditors
• Identify and lead initiatives to enhance processes and procedures to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the accounting department’s financial close and reporting cycles
• Enhance the accounting department’s use of relevant software and the integration of software into accounting processes and procedures
• Ensure successful calculation and completion of the company’s tax filings, working with external tax consultants
• Ensure that company financial records are maintained in compliance with GAAP/CECL policies for external audit

FP&A:

• Assist in the annual operating budget process, track and report on performance relative to plan, and manage ongoing rolling forecasts
• Oversee the preparation of the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial management reporting packages including variance analysis.
• Consolidate and analyze financial data (budgets, income statements, forecasts, etc.) and present to the executive team
• Establish and monitor KPI’s relevant to a lending business
• Assist in the reparation of materials for Board of Director meetings
• Provide recommendations to reduce costs and improve financial performance
• Collaborate with VP on unit economics analysis and monitoring of cost efficiencies
• Track and determine financial status by analyzing actual results in comparison with forecasts
• Develop and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls

Press Apply if you have:

• BA/BS in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or other business-related fields
• CPA Required
• 6-8 years across financial domain including relevant management experience
• Lending business experience is mandatory
• Demonstrated leadership experience, managing and training small teams is a plus
• Proficiency in GAAP, accounting and revenue recognition is a plus
• Strong analytical, financial modeling and reporting skills
• Stellar analytical aptitude and an intellectual curiosity to uncover patterns and trends
• Experience with creating financial statements, general ledger functions, and month-end/year-end close process
• Proficient in spreadsheets, databases, MS Office, and financial and accounting software
• Outstanding presentation, reporting, and communication skills

What they offer!

• Attractive company subsidized Medical, Dental, and Vision plans with leading insurance providers
• 401k Plan with Company Match
• Gym Reimbursement for Employees on Medical Plans
• Life Insurance at No Cost to Employees
• Generous Time Off Plan
• Flexible Spending and Commuter Benefits
• Equal-opportunity employer

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Finance

• Industries

  Accounting

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