Controller(DC, NetSuite, Financial Services)

Systems Accountants; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Systems Accountants in Washington, DC is seeking a hands-on Vice President, Financial Controller to lead the accounting function for a growing financial services organization. Reporting to the Group Controller, this leader ensures the integrity of financial reporting and drives operational excellence across the accounting organization.

The ideal candidate will manage a team of accountants, leverage NetSuite ERP to enhance efficiency and reporting, and collaborate with FP&A, Treasury, and Tax on

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance; Master's preferred.
• CPA required.
• 10+ years of progressive accounting leadership experience with staff management.
• Significant experience in the financial services industry.
• Deep knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day accounting operations, ensuring close processes.
• Mentor and develop the accounting team.
• Partner with Group Controller on enterprise-wide financial initiatives.
• Maintain integrity of financial statements under U.S. GAAP.
• Oversee GL, reconciliations, consolidations, accruals, and reporting.
• Drive process improvements and automation in accounting workflows.
• Serve as NetSuite ERP subject-matter expert and optimize system usage.
• Strengthen internal controls and audit readiness.
• Collaborate with FP&A, Treasury, Tax, Compliance on strategic decisions.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Team management

Analytical abilities

Excel proficiency

Education

Bachelor's in Accounting or Finance

Master's degree

Tools

NetSuite ERP

Job description

Vice President, Financial Controller

Location: Washington, DC (Hybrid)

Reports To: Group Controller, Holding Company

Position Summary

Our client is seeking a hands-on, strategic Vice President, Financial Controller to lead the accounting function for a growing financial services organization. Reporting directly to the Group Controller of the holding company, this role is responsible for ensuring the integrity of financial reporting, maintaining strong internal controls, and driving operational excellence across the accounting organization.

This leader will manage a team of accountants while remaining actively involved in the day-to-day accounting operations. The ideal candidate combines technical accounting expertise with a continuous process improvement mindset, leveraging technology—particularly NetSuite ERP—to enhance efficiency, scalability, and reporting capabilities.

This is an excellent opportunity for a finance leader who enjoys building best-in‑class accounting processes in a fast‑paced financial services environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day accounting operations, ensuring accurate and timely month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes.
• Manage, mentor, and develop a team of accounting professionals, fostering accountability, collaboration, and continuous development.
• Serve as a strategic partner to the Group Controller, supporting enterprise-wide financial initiatives and organizational growth.
• Maintain responsibility for the integrity of financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
• Oversee general ledger, account reconciliations, consolidations, accruals, and financial reporting.
• Drive continuous process improvement initiatives to streamline workflows, strengthen controls, and improve reporting accuracy and efficiency.
• Serve as the internal subject matter expert for NetSuite ERP, optimizing system functionality, automating manual processes, and partnering with cross-functional teams on enhancements.
• Evaluate and strengthen accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls to support a scalable finance organization.
• Support internal and external audits and coordinate with auditors to ensure timely completion of audit requirements.
• Partner closely with FP&A, Treasury, Tax, Compliance, and other business leaders to support strategic decision‑making.
• Identify opportunities to leverage technology and automation to improve accounting operations and reporting.
• Participate in special projects, system implementations, acquisitions, integrations, and other strategic initiatives as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required; Master's degree is a plus.
• CPA required (preferred if applicable to your organization).
• 10+ years of progressive accounting leadership experience, including experience managing accounting teams.
• Significant experience within the financial services industry is required.
• Deep knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting requirements.
• Extensive, hands‑on experience with NetSuite ERP is required, including system optimization, reporting, and process automation.
• Demonstrated success leading accounting process improvements and operational transformation initiatives.
• Strong understanding of internal controls, financial close processes, and audit requirements.
• Proven ability to balance strategic leadership with hands‑on execution.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and financial reporting tools.