Controller

lumesp; Florida; Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Lume Search Partners is seeking a highly experienced Controller to uphold financial integrity and drive growth at our Saint Petersburg, Florida headquarters. You will oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual closes, manage financial reporting, and guide a team of analysts to deliver accurate insights for executives.

The role demands deep GAAP knowledge, hands-on experience with SAP or Oracle, and a track record of process improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• CPA or MBA preferred.
• 8+ years of progressive accounting experience including prior Controller roles.
• GAAP and regulatory compliance knowledge for public companies.
• Expertise with SAP or Oracle and advanced Excel.

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes within tight timelines.
• Develop robust financial controls to safeguard assets and reduce costs.
• Prepare and present detailed financial reports to executives for strategic decisions.
• Coordinate with external auditors and manage multiple audit engagements.
• Mentor a team of financial analysts to achieve high retention and growth.
• Evaluate and drive integration of finance software to boost analytics efficiency.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Regulatory compliance

Process improvement

Strategic financial leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

CPA or MBA preferred

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Excel

Job description

At our client, we innovate to empower investors. As a Controller, you\'ll ensure the financial integrity that fuels our mission to bring unparalleled financial services to a diverse global audience. Your role is crucial for orchestrating the financial engine that drives growth and value creation for our stakeholders. Join us in making finance accessible, fair, and efficient.

Performance Objectives

Highlights

• Lead and streamline monthly, quarterly, and annual closing processes within 5 days, ensuring accuracy and compliance with GAAP while improving efficiency by 20%.
• Develop and implement robust financial controls and processes to safeguard assets and optimize organizational budgets, targeting a 10% cost reduction annually.
• Prepare and present detailed financial reports, ensuring actionable insights are delivered to executive leadership to enhance strategic decision-making processes.
• Oversee audit preparations and coordinate audit processes with external auditors, ensuring a minimum of three simultaneous audit engagements completed with zero findings.
• Mentor and develop a team of financial analysts, enhancing their professional growth and achieving a 100% retention rate over a two-year period.
• Assess and analyze existing financial software; lead the integration of innovative solutions to improve financial data analysis capabilities by 15% efficiency in the first year.
• Join an agile and forward-thinking team in our Saint Petersburg, Florida headquarters. You\'ll report to the CFO and have a team of dedicated financial analysts at your command. Leverage cutting-edge financial technology and a substantial software budget aimed at innovation and efficiency.

Essential Qualifications

• Bachelor\'s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA or MBA preferred.
• Minimum 8 years of progressive accounting experience, including previous experience as a Controller.
• Expertise in financial software (SAP, Oracle, or similar) and advanced Excel skills.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and regulatory compliance requirements, specifically in public companies.
• Proven track record of process improvement and strategic financial leadership.

Role Selling Points

• Influence the financial strategy of a high-growth, public company in the dynamic FinTech industry.
• Be part of a mission-driven company at the cutting edge of financial service technology.
• Engage in a collaborative and innovative work environment with substantial autonomy to ensure the success of strategic financial initiatives.

Ready to make an impact? Join our client and lead the charge to financial excellence. Help shape the future of finance!