Financial Controller

Magna Search Group; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 220,000 - 265,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible PTO

Fully paid medical/dental/vision

HSA contributions

401(k)

Commuter benefits

Equity participation

Job summary

A leading search firm is looking for a Global Controller in New York, NY. This role is pivotal for managing accounting and financial operations in a fast-growing startup environment. The ideal candidate will have a CPA, 8+ years of experience in finance or accounting, and expertise in GAAP compliance. This position offers a competitive salary of $220k-$265k, equity participation, and a flexible benefits package including fully paid medical and a 401(k).

Qualifications

• 8+ years in accounting/finance including audit experience; CPA required.
• Proven experience building or improving an accounting function.
• High-growth or venture/PE-backed company experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the accounting and finance organization, partnering closely with the CFO.
• Manage day-to-day accounting and month-end close.
• Advise the CFO and executive team on financial strategy and risk.

Skills

CPA

Financial reporting

GAAP compliance

Equity accounting

Detail-oriented

Communication skills

Education

8+ years in accounting/finance

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Location: New York (Lower Manhattan) - Monday-Thursday in office, Friday WFH

Reports to: CFO

We’re seeking a Global Controller with hands‑on experience in fast‑growing startup environments. The ideal candidate is a CPA, has operated in high‑growth companies generating $50M+ ARR, and has ideally worked within a VC or PE‑backed environment.

Why This Role Matters:

The business is growing rapidly, with expanding products and increasingly complex financial operations. We’re looking for a Controller to bring structure, build scalable processes, and ensure the finance function supports confident decision‑making across the organization.

The person in this role will:

• Lead the accounting and finance organization, partnering closely with the CFO.
• Build and maintain financial controls, workflows, and reporting systems.
• Serve as the main liaison with auditors, tax advisers, and service providers.
• Provide financial insights and risk guidance to support executive decision‑making.

Key Responsibilities:

Accounting Operations & Close

• Manage day‑to‑day accounting, month‑end, quarter‑end, and year‑end close.
• Oversee AR/AP, payroll, revenue recognition, fixed assets, and cash management.
• Produce accurate, GAAP‑compliant financial statements.
• Improve accounting systems, workflows, and internal controls.
• Ensure federal, state, and local tax and regulatory compliance.
• Handle commission reporting and revenue reconciliations.
• Manage equity transactions and cap table updates.
• Coordinate annual audits with external auditors.

Systems & Infrastructure

• Assess and upgrade financial systems, including ERP and automation tools.
• Optimize reporting speed, quality, and efficiency.
• Build accounting capabilities for potential international operations.

Strategic Partnership

• Advise the CFO and executive team on financial strategy and risk.
• Support banking, treasury, financing, and investor processes.
• Help structure accounting, tax, and compliance for new markets.

Experience & Background

• 8+ years in accounting/finance, including audit experience; CPA required.
• Proven experience building or improving an accounting function.
• High‑growth or venture‑/PE‑backed company experience preferred.
• Knowledge of equity accounting, cap tables, and complex revenue models.
• Strong technical accounting and GAAP expertise.
• Process‑oriented and detail‑driven; able to create reliable, scalable workflows.
• Clear communicator who translates accounting info for non‑finance teams.
• High ownership mentality; proactive and self‑directed.

What We Offer

• Full ownership of a critical finance function with strategic impact.
• Equity participation and direct access to leadership.
• Flexible PTO, fully paid medical/dental/vision, HSA contributions, 401(k), and commuter benefits.
• Competitive base salary ($220k–$265k) plus bonus and equity.