Executive VP, Accounting & Controls

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

Job summary

American Arbitration Association in New York seeks a Vice President & Controller to lead the accounting function, ensuring timely, accurate financial reporting, strong controls, and regulatory compliance.

Reporting to the CFO, you will drive the month‑end close, external audits, policy development, and finance transformation, while partnering with FP&A, IT, and business leaders to support strategic decision making.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience.
• 5–7+ years leading enterprise accounting functions.
• CPA designation strongly preferred; multi-entity reporting experience.

Responsibilities

• Own monthly, quarterly, and annual close with accurate reporting.
• Lead external audits and manage auditor relationships.
• Establish GAAP-aligned policies and internal controls.
• Oversee accounting operations: AP, AR, payroll, fixed assets, cash.
• Drive accounting transformation with automation and standardization.

Skills

Leadership

GAAP compliance

Financial reporting

Audit coordination

Process improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA designation

Job description

American Arbitration Association in New York seeks a Vice President & Controller to lead the accounting function, ensuring timely, accurate financial reporting, strong controls, and regulatory compliance.

Reporting to the CFO, you will drive the month‑end close, external audits, policy development, and finance transformation, while partnering with FP&A, IT, and business leaders to support strategic decision making.