Controller

Monomoy Advisors; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative team environment

Diverse and inclusive workplace

Job summary

A professional consulting firm in Boston seeks a highly motivated Client Controller responsible for overseeing all financial operations, including accounting, reporting, and compliance. The ideal candidate has 10-15 years of Controllership experience, expertise in US GAAP, and strong analytical and communication skills. This role offers an opportunity to grow within a firm focused on strategic partnerships in various industries, including biotech and technology.

Qualifications

• 10-15 years of Controllership experience, preferably in life sciences, technology, or manufacturing.
• Strong working knowledge of SEC and US GAAP.
• Experience managing teams and working in a matrixed environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare consolidated financial statements and ensure compliance with budgets.
• Coordinate Monthly, Quarterly, and Annual reporting to executive management.
• Oversee tax planning and compliance for US and international locations.
• Ensure accounting policies comply with US GAAP.
• Manage financial audits and maintain transparent outcomes.

Skills

Excellent organization

Problem solving

Analytical skills

Strong communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business

Master’s degree in similar fields

Tools

QuickBooks

NetSuite

Dynamics

Carta

Bill.com

Prendio

Expensify

ADP

Job description

Monomoy Advisors is looking for an entrepreneurial, highly motivated, experienced, detail oriented and consultative professional to join our growing team as Client Controller. As a key member of the team, this individual will provide Controller services to Monomoy Advisors’ growing client base and be responsible for building out the Controllership processes, standards, tools and templates for the growing practice.

In this highly visible role, the candidate will provide oversight over all aspects of finance including accounting operations, financial reporting, planning, budgeting, treasury, tax, statutory reporting, accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll, fixed assets and the external audit process.. This role will be responsible for helping to build out the financial infrastructure needs of client organizations and the ideal candidate must have demonstrated success in building scalable finance business processes across the organization. This individual will also need to partner with all functions within the Client’s company in planning for the Company’s success. This individual will support CFOs in the preparation of materials for the Company’s Board meetings and internal presentations.

This position requires an in-depth knowledge of accounting and financial reporting for private and public companies, an understanding of tax and statutory requirements in domestic and foreign jurisdictions, an ability to collaborate with auditors, regulators and business partners, and be an effective communicator with various levels of management and external service providers. The role requires monitoring, interpretation, and compliance with evolving accounting guidance relevant to the client’s business. The position involves working on and assessing complex problems and business processes, which frequently require an in-depth evaluation of multiple, interdependent factors and professional judgment.

The individual will also be responsible for growing a practice, hiring and training other Controllership talent as well as building the practice infrastructure.

If you enjoy working in Biotech and/or Pharmaceuticals, technology, manufacturing, or the services industry and are a strategic partner with ERP systems experience, then this might be your next opportunity to grow and leverage your skills!

In This Opportunity, Your Main Responsibilities Will Include

• Prepare the consolidated financial statements with respect to profits, trends, costs, and compliance with budgets; ensure proper external reporting and filing in compliance with regulations.
• Coordinate, and prepare Monthly, Quarterly and Annual reporting to the client’s Executive Committee and investors, as well as preparation of Board Materials in conjunction with the CFO
• Oversee tax, statutory and legal entity requirements. (US and international locations possible). Oversee tax planning and compliance with all required federal, state, local, payroll, and property.
• Identify technical accounting areas for assessment, and review accounting conclusions documented with technical memos for management and auditors.
• Ensure accounting policies and practices comply with US GAAP and company controls.
• Perform period end reviews to ensure accurate, complete and timely financial records.
• Prepare and review journal entries, and support accounting staff with AP, G/L, and payroll as necessary.
• Lead budgeting and analyses, including compiling monthly budget-to-actual information to understand key business drivers and support managerial decision making.
• Provide sound financial guidance to company personnel on purchasing decisions and contract negotiations.
• Manage the full cycle of stock plan administration, maintain the cap table, and supports investor communications. Oversee the accounting for equity awards.
• Build relationships cross-functionally to foster collaboration both inside and outside of finance and accounting.
• Serve as the primary liaison to external auditors and manage financial audits and reviews to ensure a transparent and complete audit outcome.
• Support ad hoc financial analysis requests, requiring P&L/ Cash flow scenario modeling.
• Maintain accounting policies
• Implement and maintain financial systems

Minimum Experience, Education, and Specialized Knowledge and Skills:

• Experience or eagerness to be part of a growing consulting environment strongly preferred
• Excellent organization, problem solving and analytical skills with a strong attention to detail and track record of balancing priorities to meet deadlines
• Solid understanding of P&L, Cash Flow and Balance Sheet statements and their drivers
• Strong communication skills (both written and verbal) and presentation skills
• 10-15 years of Controllership experience; life science, technology, manufacturing, or service industry experience preferred
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., QuickBooks, NetSuite, Dynamics) and Finance Tools (Carta, Bill.com, Prendio, Expensify, ADP)
• Bachelor’s degree and/or Master’s degree in the field of Accounting, Finance, or Business
• Strong working knowledge of SEC and US GAAP
• Experience managing teams and/or working in a matrixed environment
• CPA and/or CMA preferred
• Knowledge and experience with SEC reporting and SOX compliance is a plus
• Audit experience at a Big 4, or other nationally recognized accounting firm

Why join us? About Monomoy Advisors:

Monomoy Advisors is a professional consulting firm that provides expert counsel and services enabling clients to exceed their business objectives across core company functions and lifecycle stages. With our strategic, operational and financial expertise, we help our clients identify, assess and react to their business operations and challenges. We foster deep and long-lasting relationships with our clients as they grow while leveraging our network of business relationships.

Monomoy seeks team members with a passion for building a world class consulting firm focused on clients, our talent and community. Our goal is to be seen as part of our client’s team, not outside consultants. Our values: Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, speaking your mind, Accountability, Agility, Results Focus and Innovative Approach.

As an equal opportunity employer, Monomoy Advisors LLC values diversity and welcomes applicants of all backgrounds and experiences. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other factors prohibited by law.

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