AVP, Legal Entity Controller

Madison-Davis, LLC; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Madison-Davis, LLC is seeking a Legal Entity Controller to oversee SPAC accounting and financial reporting, including period-end closes, financial statement prep, and SEC filing reviews. The role partners with finance leadership and cross-functional teams to assess transactions and maintain accurate records, with exposure to capital markets transactions and evolving entity structures.

The position requires strong accounting and oversight capabilities, with responsibility for audits, balance

Responsibilities

• Oversee accounting and financial reporting for SPAC entities under U.S. GAAP.
• Manage monthly and quarterly close activities and related journal entries.
• Account for investments, financing, intercompany transactions, cash movements, and taxes.
• Prepare and review quarterly financial statements for external reporting.
• Review registration statements, periodic reports, and transaction‑related SEC filings.
• Assess accounting implications of transactions and entity structure changes.
• Coordinate with accounting, legal, tax, and treasury stakeholders.
• Process wire payments and invoices supporting entity operations.
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts and evaluate expense accruals.
• Resolve accounting discrepancies and elevate significant issues.
• Respond to external audit requests and provide supporting documentation.
• Support special accounting and finance projects.

Job description

ABOUT THE ROLE

A financial services firm is seeking a Legal Entity Controller to oversee accounting and financial reporting for special purpose acquisition companies (SPACs). The role covers period-end close, financial statement preparation, SEC filing review, and day-to-day entity accounting. Working closely with finance leadership and cross-functional partners, this individual will assess transactions, maintain accurate accounting records, and support external audits. The position offers exposure to capital markets transactions and changes in legal entity structures.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee accounting and financial reporting for SPAC entities under U.S. GAAP.
• Manage monthly and quarterly close activities and related journal entries.
• Account for investments, financing, intercompany transactions, cash movements, and taxes.
• Prepare and review quarterly financial statements for external reporting.
• Review registration statements, periodic reports, and transaction‑related SEC filings.
• Assess accounting implications of transactions and entity structure changes.
• Coordinate with accounting, legal, tax, and treasury stakeholders.
• Process wire payments and invoices supporting entity operations.
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts and evaluate expense accruals.
• Resolve accounting discrepancies and elevate significant issues.
• Respond to external audit requests and provide supporting documentation.
• Support special accounting and finance projects.