Vice President and Financial Controller

Danny Wimmer Presents, LLC; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 270,000; Full time

Job summary

Danny Wimmer Presents, LLC in Los Angeles seeks a Vice President and Corporate Controller to lead accounting operations, financial reporting, internal controls, audit management, treasury support, tax compliance, and finance systems. This senior role demands strategic leadership and a track record of building scalable processes in a fast-paced environment.

You will own the monthly close, oversee general ledger, intercompany activity, and external audits while partnering with business leaders to

Qualifications

• At least 10 years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership roles such as Corporate Controller or VP of Accounting.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, ASC guidance, consolidations, internal controls, financial reporting and audits.
• Experience in multi-entity environments with treasury, intercompany accounting, and consolidations.
• Hands-on NetSuite experience; familiarity with ERP integrations, automation, and AI-enabled tools preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead accounting organization and ensure timely close, reporting, audit, tax, settlements and compliance.
• Own monthly, quarterly, and annual close with clear schedules and accountability.
• Oversee general ledger, accounts payable, reconciliations, consolidations, intercompany activity and subsidiary reporting.
• Ensure GAAP compliance and internal controls; strengthen governance and audit readiness.
• Lead annual financial statement audit and coordinate with internal teams and external auditors.
• Oversee cash positioning, liquidity monitoring, banking, and cash-flow forecasting.
• Lead finance systems roadmap including NetSuite optimization and AI-enabled tooling.
• Partner with business leaders to improve financial visibility and decision-making.
• Recruit, develop, and lead a high-performing accounting team; support CFO on liquidity and strategic initiatives.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Leadership

Financial reporting

NetSuite

ERP integrations

AI tools

Cash forecasting

Internal controls

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance

CPA

Tools

NetSuite

ERP integrations

Automation tools

Job description

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Vice President and Financial Controller

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1058

At Danny Wimmer Presents, we don’t just put on festivals—we create unforgettable experiences where music, fans, and brands come together in epic ways! We are currently looking for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, high-energy environment, can meet urgent deadlines, and shines under pressure. Passion for music is essential, as we offer long-term growth opportunities for individuals willing to learn from the ground up.

The Vice President and Corporate Controller is DWP’s senior accounting executive, responsible for accounting operations, financial reporting, internal controls, audit management, treasury support, tax compliance, and finance systems.

The primary mandate is to lead an accounting function that consistently produces accurate work, operates on disciplined schedules, and meets all internal and external reporting deadlines. This leader will build scalable processes, strengthen the control environment, improve financial visibility, and prepare DWP for increasing reporting complexity, including potential future public-company and statutory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the accounting organization and ensure accurate, timely completion of all close, reporting, audit, tax, settlement, and compliance requirements.

Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, with clear schedules, review standards, ownership, and accountability.

Oversee the general ledger, accounts payable, reconciliations, consolidations, intercompany activity, subsidiary reporting, partner settlements, and financial statements.

Ensure compliance with GAAP, applicable accounting guidance, tax requirements, and company policies.

Maintain and strengthen internal controls, accounting governance, financial documentation, and audit readiness.

Lead the annual financial statement audit and coordinate deliverables across internal teams and external auditors.

Oversee cash positioning, liquidity monitoring, banking administration, and cash-flow forecasting.

Lead the finance systems roadmap, including NetSuite optimization, systems integration, automation, and appropriate use of AI-enabled tools.

Partner with business leaders to improve financial visibility, workflows, and decision-making.

Recruit, develop, and lead a high-performing accounting team with clear expectations and performance standards.

Support the CFO on liquidity planning, reporting priorities, finance infrastructure, and strategic initiatives.

Performance Expectations

Success in this role will be demonstrated by:

Accurate and timely financial reporting.

Consistent achievement of close, audit, tax, settlement, and compliance deadlines.

Reliable cash-flow forecasts and liquidity reporting.

Strong internal controls, financial documentation, and audit preparedness.

More efficient and scalable accounting processes.

Effective systems, automation, and AI-enabled improvements.

A capable, accountable, and high-performing accounting team.

Strong collaboration and financial alignment across the organization.

Qualifications

At least 10 years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership experience as a Corporate Controller, Vice President of Accounting, Assistant Controller, or in a comparable role.

Strong knowledge of GAAP, relevant ASC guidance, consolidations, internal controls, financial reporting, and audit requirements.

Demonstrated success managing close and reporting deadlines, strengthening controls, and building scalable accounting processes.

Experience in a complex, multi-entity environment, including treasury, cash-flow forecasting, intercompany accounting, and consolidations.

Hands-on NetSuite experience and familiarity with ERP integrations, automation, and modern finance technology; experience with AI-enabled tools is preferred.

Experience supporting lender, investor, statutory, or public-company readiness requirements is preferred.

Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and analytical skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-changing environment.

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field required; CPA strongly preferred.

Compensation and Benefits

This position is based in Los Angeles, California, and follows a hybrid working schedule.

Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, skills, and other relevant factors.

Base salary is one component of DWP’s total compensation package, which includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) plan, and other employee benefits.