Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Core6 Talent is partnering with an unnamed client in the financial services sector to hire a Controller / Head of Accounting. The role will build and lead the accounting function, oversee technical accounting and reporting, prepare for a first Big 4 audit, lead an ERP implementation, and develop scalable processes and a team.
Responsibilities
- Build & Scale the Accounting Function: Establish US GAAP-compliant accounting policies, processes, internal controls, reporting structures, and team capabilities to support rapid organizational growth
- Own Technical Accounting & Financial Reporting: Oversee the monthly close, general ledger, balance sheet reconciliations, and financial statement preparation. Research and resolve complex accounting matters, including revenue recognition, transaction classification, and other applicable GAAP requirements
- Lead Audit Readiness & Execution: Prepare the organization for its first comprehensive Big 4 financial statement audit, including evaluating historical accounting practices, addressing GAAP compliance gaps, developing supporting documentation, and serving as the primary contact with external auditors
- Lead an ERP Transformation: Evaluate, select, and implement a modern ERP platform, transitioning away from existing accounting systems while improving data integrity, reporting capabilities, and financial controls
- Manage Complex Accounting Structures: Oversee accounting across multiple legal entities, including consolidation assessments, intercompany transactions, eliminations, and specialized reporting requirements. Evaluate the appropriate accounting treatment of complex entity structures and transactions
- Ensure Regulatory Compliance: Maintain accurate financial reporting and strong internal controls within a highly regulated environment, ensuring alignment with applicable accounting standards and regulatory requirements
- Modernize & Automate: Identify opportunities to leverage technology, automation, and AI-enabled tools to improve efficiency, accuracy, and scalability without compromising financial integrity or oversight
- Own Operational Accounting: Remain actively involved in day-to-day accounting, technical accounting decisions, and financial reporting while developing the infrastructure and team to support future growth
- Partner with Leadership: Work closely with finance and executive leadership on business initiatives, expansion plans, and strategic decision-making, translating complex accounting matters into meaningful business insights
- Build for the Future: Design an accounting organization capable of supporting a significantly larger, more complex, and increasingly international business
Skills
- Prior experience as a Controller, Head of Accounting, or established second-in-command within a growing accounting organization
- Experience in financial services, fintech, or similarly complex, highly regulated industries
- Strong technical US GAAP expertise, including revenue recognition, financial statement preparation, complex consolidations, intercompany accounting, and the ability to independently research and resolve nonroutine accounting matters
- Experience establishing accounting policies, evaluating GAAP compliance, and documenting technical accounting conclusions
- Experience preparing for and managing external financial statement audits
- Hands-on experience leading ERP implementations or significant accounting systems transformations
- A background in high-growth, entrepreneurial, or rapidly evolving business environments
- Experience building accounting processes, internal controls, and financial reporting infrastructure rather than solely maintaining established operations
- Understanding of regulatory reporting requirements, complex legal entity structures, and associated accounting considerations
- Strong leadership, communication, business acumen, and cross-functional collaboration skills
- A genuine interest in modern technology, automation, and building efficient accounting operations
- Ideally including a company's first audit or transition to a Big 4 firm
- CPA designation
- A Big 4 public accounting foundation
- Experience with complex financial structures, regulated financial services entities (FINTECH), and international accounting
Benefits
- Performance Bonus: Initially 10%–15%, with potential for increased incentive opportunities as the business grows and its compensation structure evolves
- Meaningful equity participation
- Employer-paid medical, dental and vision benefits, including 100% employee medical coverage and partial dependent coverage
- 401(k): Retirement savings plan
- Unlimited PTO
- Flexible work arrangement: Hybrid or remote, with periodic travel to Austin
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