Financial Risk & Controls Manager (ID:46703)

Versique Consulting & Search; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Financial Risk & Controls Manager to safeguard financial integrity across a diverse portfolio. In this pivotal role, you will conduct forensic examinations of financial records to identify irregularities and ensure compliance. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in forensic accounting, exceptional analytical skills, and a commitment to ethical standards. This position offers a stable work environment with opportunities for professional growth and a comprehensive benefits package, making it an exciting opportunity for those looking to make a significant impact in the financial sector.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Bonus potential

Qualifications

• 4-7 years of experience in forensic accounting, preferably in financial services.
• Strong understanding of financial reporting and fraud investigation principles.

Responsibilities

• Conduct forensic examinations of financial records to identify fraud.
• Prepare detailed reports documenting findings and communicate effectively.

Skills

Forensic Accounting

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Advanced degree or professional certification (e.g., CPA, CFE)

Tools

Forensic Accounting Software

Excel

Data Analytics Tools

QuickBooks

ADP/Paylocity

Job description

As a Financial Risk & Controls Manager, you will play a crucial role in safeguarding financial integrity across our portfolio by conducting detailed forensic examinations of financial records (e.g. financial statements, bank accounts and activity, credit card and reimbursement activity, employee records, etc.). This position involves investigating potential irregularities, fraud, and financial misconduct to ensure compliance and integrity across the business operations.

The ideal candidate will have a 'get-it-done' mentality, be able to take ownership of their schedule, and possess a strong background in forensic accounting, and exceptional analytical skills while maintaining intellectual curiosity to deter and detect fraud across a portfolio of businesses spanning multiple industries.

This job focuses on producing high-quality, detailed work based on established standards, guidelines, and procedures. Precise, consistent work output is essential, requiring patience and a willingness to handle and complete one task at a time. The job environment is stable, based on known relationships with people and well-defined processes. Job knowledge and competency is built through structured step-by-step training and positive, supportive coaching from management and peers. Consistent, error-free work based on defined regulations and standards is key to job performance success. This position is designed to develop a valued technical expert who is recognized and supported by management and has a stable work environment and can deliver quality work on a consistent basis.

Worksite Location: Open to remote arrangement or office in Boston, MA

Salary Range: $100k + base DOE, plus bonus potential

Benefits: A comprehensive benefits package is available

Role & Responsibilities:

• Financial Investigations: Conduct comprehensive forensic examinations of financial records across multiple companies to identify irregularities, fraud, and financial misconduct within portfolio companies.
• Risk Assessment: Assess the financial risk associated with portfolio companies, identifying potential areas of concern and implementing proactive measures to mitigate risk.
• Compliance: Ensure portfolio companies adhere to legal and regulatory standards by conducting regular compliance reviews and implementing corrective actions as needed.
• Documentation and Reporting: Prepare detailed reports documenting findings from forensic examinations, clearly communicating complex financial information to internal stakeholders and external partners.
• Collaboration: Work closely with internal and external (e.g. auditors, legal counsel, stakeholders, etc.) teams to gather relevant information and ensure a thorough understanding of the financial landscape.
• Continuous Improvement: Stay abreast of industry best practices, emerging trends in forensic accounting, and changes in relevant regulations to enhance investigative processes continually.
• Organization: Maintain strong records and flexibility while regularly reviewing multiple companies across REDACTED's growing portfolio.

Required Skills & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Advanced degree or professional certification (e.g., CPA, CFE) is highly desirable.
• Proven experience (4 – 7 years) in forensic accounting, ideally within a private equity or similar financial services environment (Preferred not required).
• Strong understanding of financial reporting, fraud investigation principles, and legal and regulatory requirements.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex financial data.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to present findings to non-technical stakeholders.
• Detail-oriented with a high level of integrity and ethical standards.
• Proficiency in relevant software and tools (e.g., forensic accounting software, Excel, data analytics tools, QuickBooks/Great Plains/etc., ADP/Paylocity/etc., online banking access).

About Versique:

Versique: /ver-seek/adj. being both versatile and unique; n. a high-performance recruiting firm specializing in executive leadership search, direct hire, and interim hiring solutions.

Versique Executive, Professional, & Interim Recruiting is a locally owned and operated hiring and placement firm based in the Twin Cities of Minnesota. With specialized practice areas across our three divisions, Versique delivers tailored expertise to a wide range of industries. What sets us apart is our team of recruiters—seasoned professionals who have worked in the very fields they now hire for, providing unmatched industry insight and connections.

We believe people are more than just resumes—they are transformative, unlocking the potential for organizational growth and success.

Versique is proud to be award-winning, earning recognition on the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing private companies and the Minneapolis-St. Paul Business Journal's Fast 50 list for 2023. We are also consistently recognized as a Star Tribune Top Workplace and were named a Best Place to Work in 2022 by the Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal.

Let's find your people, together.

Versique is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse workforce. We consider all qualified applicants regardless of race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status.