We are an Austin based Investment Management firm looking for a passionate, self-driven and experienced professional to join our financial services team!
As Controller, you will report to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), this position will be responsible for coordinating and preparing a range of financial information to support the firm’s internal and external financial management and reporting requirements. The Controller will assist with accounts payable management, operational banking and help facilitate the firm’s annual audit and regulatory reporting requirements. This position will also be responsible for administering staff payroll and compensation records as well as all employee benefit programs.
As consistent and reliable financial management is crucial to our firm's performance, the Controller will play a big role in the firm’s future growth and success.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
- Support the CFO in the administration and management of the firm’s client billing systems, account receivables and account payables.
- Support the month-end, quarter-end and year-end internal and external reconciliation and business reporting process.
- Assist the CFO with the firm’s external service provider billing, contracts administration and internal communications.
- Assist the CFO with a range of internal budgeting and business forecasting.
- Coordinate the assemblage of financial information required for federal and state regulatory reporting.
- Manage the compliance with local, state, and federal government reporting requirements and tax filings.
- Produce internal financial statements as requested by management.
- Identify new or emerging accounting and financial issues important to the firm and suggest timely solutions.
- Assist the CFO in developing new or improved accounting and business management related policies and procedures.
Job Requirements and Qualifications
- 3+ years of professional experience as a Controller or similar role at a financial service firm or a similar type of organization
- 5-10+ years of combined experience in accounting and finance
- Advanced degree in accounting from a four-year College or University
- CPA certificate preferred but not required.
- Outstanding knowledge of accounting principles, procedures, and software.
- Strong Excel spreadsheet skills and experience with creating financial statements and general ledgers.
- Critical thinker and good critical thinking skills
- Good time-management skills
- Great interpersonal and communication skills.
- A sense of ownership and pride in your performance and its impact on the firm’s success
