CPA Controller – Financial Services Leader

Quest Group Executive Search and Staffing Solutions; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Quest Group is seeking an experienced Controller/Accounting Manager to lead the company’s accounting and financial reporting functions, maintaining accurate records, overseeing monthly close, and coordinating regulatory filings.

The ideal candidate is a CPA with strong technical accounting experience and a track record in financial services or other highly regulated environments; this is a hands-on leadership role for someone who can manage and perform the work.

Qualifications

• Active CPA license required.
• 5+ years in progressive accounting, with leadership experience.
• Strong experience with monthly close and financial reporting.
• Experience preparing monthly reporting packages for management.
• Experience with quarterly regulatory/state filings.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently while leading a team.

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes.
• Prepare and deliver monthly financial reporting packages.
• Ensure accuracy of the general ledger and financial statements.
• Review reconciliations, journal entries, accruals, and close activities.
• Analyze financial results and communicate trends to senior leadership.
• Develop accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Coordinate with external auditors and tax professionals.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Financial reporting

Regulatory compliance

GAAP knowledge

Month-end close

Education

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

CPA license

Job description

Quest Group is seeking an experienced Controller/Accounting Manager to lead the company’s accounting and financial reporting functions, maintaining accurate records, overseeing monthly close, and coordinating regulatory filings.

The ideal candidate is a CPA with strong technical accounting experience and a track record in financial services or other highly regulated environments; this is a hands-on leadership role for someone who can manage and perform the work.