VP, Financial Controller

About the role

Our client, a fast‑growing financial services organization, is looking for a hands‑on, strategic Vice President, Financial Controller to lead the accounting function. Reporting to the Group Controller of the holding company, the role combines day‑to‑day accounting oversight with high‑level partnership on enterprise initiatives.

Key responsibilities

• Lead day‑to‑day accounting operations, ensuring accurate and timely month‑end, quarter‑end, and year‑end close processes.
• Manage, mentor, and develop a team of accounting professionals, fostering accountability and continuous development.
• Serve as a strategic partner to the Group Controller, supporting enterprise‑wide financial initiatives and growth.
• Maintain the integrity of financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
• Oversee general ledger, account reconciliations, consolidations, accruals, and financial reporting.
• Drive continuous process‑improvement initiatives to streamline workflows, strengthen controls, and improve reporting accuracy.
• Act as the internal subject‑matter expert for NetSuite ERP, optimizing system functionality and automating manual processes.
• Evaluate and strengthen accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls to support a scalable finance organization.
• Support internal and external audits and coordinate with auditors to ensure timely completion.
• Partner closely with FP&A, Treasury, Tax, Compliance, and other business leaders to support strategic decision‑making.
• Identify opportunities to leverage technology and automation to improve accounting operations and reporting.
• Participate in special projects, system implementations, acquisitions, integrations, and other strategic initiatives.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance (Master's degree a plus).
• CPA certification (preferred).
• 10+ years of progressive accounting leadership experience, including managing accounting teams.
• Significant experience within the financial services industry.
• Deep knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting requirements.
• Extensive, hands‑on experience with NetSuite ERP.

Required skills

• NetSuite ERP (implementation, optimization, automation)