Executive Controller & Finance Leader

American Arbitration Association; New York (NY); On-site; USD 217,000 - 243,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

403(b) with employer contributions

Student loan assistance

Generous paid time off

Job summary

The Vice President & Controller at American Arbitration Association is a senior enterprise leader responsible for the integrity, accuracy, timeliness, and reliability of the organization’s financial reporting, accounting operations, controls, and regulatory compliance.

The Controller provides strategic leadership to accounting and partners with the CFO and executive leaders to set standards and ensure transparent financial performance across the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline required.
• CPA designation strongly preferred; advanced coursework or certifications in accounting, audit, or finance transformation a plus.
• Significant progressive accounting and finance experience, typically 15+ years, including at least 5–7 years leading enterprise accounting functions.
• Demonstrated success leading complex accounting organizations and developing senior accounting talent.
• Proven track record leading month-, quarter-, and year-end close and financial statement preparation in high-accuracy environments.

Responsibilities

• Build and lead a high-performing accounting organization with direct and indirect reports.
• Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual close and the integrity of financial reporting.
• Establish and enforce GAAP-compliant policies and regulatory standards.
• Manage external audits, tax filings, and oversight with regulators and the Board or Audit Committee.
• Partner with FP&A, IT, and business leaders to support analytics, forecasting, and strategic decision-making.
• Lead accounting transformation initiatives, including process redesign, system implementations, automation, and standardization.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

External audit leadership

Financial reporting

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA designation

Job description

The Vice President & Controller at American Arbitration Association is a senior enterprise leader responsible for the integrity, accuracy, timeliness, and reliability of the organization’s financial reporting, accounting operations, controls, and regulatory compliance.

The Controller provides strategic leadership to accounting and partners with the CFO and executive leaders to set standards and ensure transparent financial performance across the organization.