Managing Director - Accounting Advisory (Operational Accounting/Controller)

Ladders; Orange (CA); Hybrid; USD 282,000 - 403,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive healthcare options

401(k) with company matching

Parental and maternity leave policies

Technology stipends and wellness Reimb

Job summary

Ladders seeks a Managing Director - Accounting Advisory (Operational Accounting/Controller) to lead high-impact engagements for clients in the Business Services space. The role focuses on operational accounting, controllership, and financial reporting quality, partnering with client leadership, finance teams, auditors, and IT stakeholders to improve close processes and compliance.

The position involves guiding complex accounting matters across multiple engagements, helping clients enhance

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• CPA or CA certification preferred.
• 15+ years of related advisory and controllership experience.
• 7+ years of hands-on controllership experience, preferably in Software/SaaS or Healthcare.
• Deep expertise in US GAAP and/or IFRS.
• Experience with ERP systems such as NetSuite and MS Dynamics.
• Ability to build strong client relationships in the West Coast market.

Responsibilities

• Lead and streamline monthly close processes for clients.
• Oversee balance sheet reconciliations and support accounting compliance.
• Guide external audit processes and manage journal entries.
• Assist clients with SEC filings and preparation for public offerings.
• Advise on complex accounting standards and enhance financial reporting.
• Partner with IT to integrate financial systems during acquisitions.
• Provide account leadership and manage multiple client relationships.

Education

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

CPA or CA certification

Tools

NetSuite

MS Dynamics

Job description

Responsibilities

• Lead and streamline monthly close processes for clients
• Oversee balance sheet reconciliations and support accounting compliance
• Guide external audit processes and manage journal entries
• Assist clients with SEC filings and preparation for public offerings
• Advise on complex accounting standards and enhance financial reporting
• Partner with IT to integrate financial systems during acquisitions
• Provide account leadership and manage multiple client relationships

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• CPA or CA certification preferred
• 15+ years of related experience in advisory and controllership roles
• 7+ years of hands-on controllership experience, preferably in Software/SaaS or Healthcare
• Deep expertise in operational accounting and accounting standards, including US GAAP and/or IFRS
• Experience with ERP systems such as NetSuite, MS Dynamics, and automation tools
• Ability to build strong client relationships in the West Coast market

Benefits

• Comprehensive healthcare options including medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Flexible spending accounts and a 401(k) with company matching
• Generous parental and maternity leave policies
• Technology stipends and wellness reimbursement programs

For our client, we are seeking a Managing Director - Accounting Advisory (Operational Accounting/Controller) to join the team of a leader in the Business Services space.

This leader will oversee high-impact accounting advisory engagements with a focus on operational accounting, controllership, and financial reporting quality. The role will partner closely with client leadership, finance teams, auditors, and IT stakeholders to improve close processes, strengthen compliance, and support transactions and public-company readiness. It is well-suited for a senior advisor who can lead multiple client relationships while guiding complex accounting matters across a variety of engagements.

The position will also play a key role in helping clients enhance reporting discipline, integrate systems during acquisitions, and navigate SEC-related and technical accounting requirements. This is a client-facing leadership opportunity with meaningful influence on operational efficiency, controllership effectiveness, and long-term accounting infrastructure.

Location: Orange, CA (Hybrid) - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available

Compensation: $281,750 – $402,500 annually

Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification—your background could be exactly what this team needs.