Controller: Close, Controls & System Transformation

Focus Financial Partners; Mayfield Heights (OH); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Focus Financial Partners in Mayfield Heights, Ohio is looking for a Controller to head the accounting function across various legal entities. This role involves leading the accounting team and managing monthly and quarterly closes, liaising closely with the CFO. Candidates must have an accounting degree, CPA preferred, along with 8+ years of accounting experience.

The position necessitates strong knowledge of GAAP and advanced Excel skills, as well as familiarity with ERP systems like Workday. Focus is an equal opportunity employer, offering a competitive compensation package with benefits including medical, dental, and a 401(k).

Qualifications

• Minimum 8+ years of progressive accounting experience and ownership of close processes.
• Experience in financial services or asset management is a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complexity across multiple legal entities.

Responsibilities

• Lead the monthly and quarterly close for multiple business lines.
• Coordinate SOX control reporting and documentation.
• Oversee the 401(k) plan audit and quarterly management fee billing.

Skills

Public accounting experience

Advanced Excel skills

People management

Knowledge of GAAP

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field

CPA strongly preferred

Tools

Workday

Acumatica

NetSuite

Power BI

Job description

Focus Financial Partners in Mayfield Heights, Ohio is looking for a Controller to head the accounting function across various legal entities. This role involves leading the accounting team and managing monthly and quarterly closes, liaising closely with the CFO. Candidates must have an accounting degree, CPA preferred, along with 8+ years of accounting experience.

The position necessitates strong knowledge of GAAP and advanced Excel skills, as well as familiarity with ERP systems like Workday. Focus is an equal opportunity employer, offering a competitive compensation package with benefits including medical, dental, and a 401(k).