Corporate Controller

pharosIQ; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Medical, dental, vision, life insurance

401k with match

Hybrid working available

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

A growing financial services firm is seeking a Mid-Senior level professional to lead their global accounting function. This role requires a CPA with over 10 years of finance/accounting experience, including public accounting and audits. You will be responsible for the overall accounting processes, including financial statements, audits, payroll, and compliance with IFRS. The company offers competitive salaries and benefits, including medical insurance and a hybrid working model.

Qualifications

• Must be a CPA.
• 4+ years of public accounting experience required.
• 10+ years of progressive finance/accounting experience is essential.
• Experience with audits is a must.
• Need familiarity with IFRS and revenue recognition principles.
• Working in a multinational organization.
• Experience working within a high growth, small to middle-market company.
• Strong technical accounting skills coupled with both an operational and entrepreneurial mindset.

Responsibilities

• Lead the global accounting function.
• Own the monthly and annual close process.
• Manage preparations and reviews of financial statements.
• Oversee payroll and disbursement functions.
• Manage external audits and tax filings.
• Oversee US and international payroll.
• Manage relationship with the external tax team to support global and US tax filings.
• Manage development and implementation of accounting processes, procedures, systems, and internal controls; monitor data accuracy and drive improvements.
• Develop and manage an efficient internal reporting structure.
• Management of external audits, including annual and interim financial audits, 401k audits, workers comp and other tax related audits.
• Act as accounting Subject Matter Expert to inform Finance and partners on new standards and their impact.

Skills

CPA

Public accounting experience

Experience managing audits

IFRS knowledge

Technical accounting skills

Operational mindset

Entrepreneurial mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Job description

Reporting to the SVP & CFO, this role will lead the global accounting function at PharosIQ. This position is responsible for the preparation of the financial information for the senior management team and board of directors to drive sales growth, profit and cash flow generation.

This role requires the management of international accounting teams in the UK and Philippines.

Position Scope

• Own the accounting function from top to bottom
• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process along with preparation of financial statements in accordance with IFRS accounting principles. Ensure timely and accurate reporting of financial results.
• Manage preparation and review of timely and complete monthly balance sheet account reconciliations and account analyses
• Management of cash accounting and forecasting along with bank administration
• Manage disbursement function including accounts payable, corporate credit cards, and expense reimbursement.
• Oversee US and international payroll
• Manage the relationship with the external tax team to support global and US tax filings
• Manage the development and implementation of the company’s accounting processes, procedures, systems, and internal controls. Routinely ensure that these are operating effectively, and that proper security and continuity is in place. Monitor data accuracy and drive continuous improvement.
• Develop and manage an efficient internal reporting structure
• Management of external audits, including annual and interim financial audits, 401k audits, workers comp and other tax related audits
• Act as the accounting Subject Matter Expert to inform the Finance organization and business partners across the company on new accounting standards and their impact to the company, and to develop technical accounting awareness. Research and keep current on accounting standards to ensure company compliance

Qualifications

• CPA is a must
• At least 4+ years of public accounting experience
• 10+ years of progressive finance/accounting experience
• Experience managing internal and external audits
• Experience with IFRS and advanced knowledge of revenue recognitions principals
• Working in a multinational organization
• Experience working within a high growth, small to middle-market company
• Strong technical accounting skills coupled with both an operational and entrepreneurial mindset.

Benefits at PharosIQ

• Competitive base salary based on experience
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401k with match
• Hybrid working available
• Great career progression & promotional opportunities
• Regular team incentives, social and charity events

As part of the onboarding process, the company (PharosIQ) may conduct background checks which may consist of prior employment verification, professional reference checks, education confirmation and/or criminal record and credit checks.

PharosIQ is an EOE.

MRP are an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to welcoming all people regardless of age, disability, gender identity, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, or socioeconomic background.

PharosIQ is committed to a fair recruitment & selection process. PharosIQ will make reasonable adjustments for individuals that need assistance with the application or interview due to disability, neurodivergence or other conditions that you feel may affect your performance. Please speak to your recruiter in confidence.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Finance and Accounting/Auditing

Industries

• Marketing Services