Capital Markets Controller — Strategic Leader, Equity in NYC

NPAworldwide; New York (NY); On-site; USD 250,000 - 270,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity

Job summary

NPAworldwide in New York City seeks an experienced Controller to own and scale accounting for the capital markets trading business. This high-impact role reports to the CFO and partners with senior leadership to set strategy, improve controls, and ensure GAAP compliance across trading, regulatory reporting, and treasury activities.

The ideal candidate brings 8+ years in broker-dealer or capital markets accounting, CPA preferred, with NetSuite or Enfusion experience, and a proven track record of

Qualifications

• 8+ years of accounting/finance experience in broker-dealer or capital markets.
• CPA preferred.
• Experience with NetSuite or Enfusion ERP.

Responsibilities

• Own and scale the accounting function supporting the firm's capital markets business, including trade accounting, P&L substantiation, and reconciliation with front-office and trading teams.
• Provide technical accounting leadership on complex capital markets matters, including revenue recognition, derivatives and financial instruments accounting, and consolidation.
• Oversee regulatory capital calculations and required filings (e.g., net capital, FOCUS, or comparable regulatory reporting), coordinating with Compliance and Legal as needed.
• Own accounting for collateral, margin, and counterparty cash management related to trading activity.
• Oversee delivery of regular and ad hoc financial reporting and statements to the Executive Team, Board of Directors, other internal stakeholders, investors, and auditors.
• Ensure accuracy of historical financial records in accordance with GAAP, and support implementation of new accounting standards affecting capital markets products.
• Set the strategic direction for financial systems and procedures including trading and portfolio systems to ensure proper automation, auditability, and controls.
• Oversee tax and treasury functions; support outside accountants and counsel on required tax filings and optimize treasury operations.
• Manage relationships with external auditors, banks, and relevant regulators.
• Develop, implement, and maintain internal control guidelines, policies, and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with state, federal, and foreign regulatory requirements and professional standards.

Skills

Capital markets accounting

GAAP knowledge

CPA preferred

ERP experience

Tools

NetSuite

Enfusion

Job description

NPAworldwide in New York City seeks an experienced Controller to own and scale accounting for the capital markets trading business. This high-impact role reports to the CFO and partners with senior leadership to set strategy, improve controls, and ensure GAAP compliance across trading, regulatory reporting, and treasury activities.

The ideal candidate brings 8+ years in broker-dealer or capital markets accounting, CPA preferred, with NetSuite or Enfusion experience, and a proven track record of