Head of Controllership & Accounting
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Head of Controllership & Accounting
About the Company
Leading youth sports organization
Industry
Sports
Type
Privately Held, VC-backed
Founded
2019
Employees
51-200
Categories
- Events
- Marketing
- Sports
- Travel & Tourism
- Reservation
- Sporting Goods
Specialties
- digital registration
- event promotion
- event management
- marketing strategy
- youth sports
- on-site management
- sponsorship
- promotional strategy
- branding
- event design
- pro league partnerships
- youth sports leagues
- recreational sports
- event marketing
- and sports tournaments
About the Role
The Company is seeking a Head of Controllership & Accounting to provide strategic and operational leadership in the areas of accounting and financial reporting. The successful candidate will be responsible for the full spectrum of financial activities, including owning the close process, ensuring the accuracy and compliance of financial statements, and managing cash and working capital. This role requires a strong leader with a focus on internal controls, audit readiness, and finance systems optimization. The Head of Controllership & Accounting will also be a key partner to business leaders, driving financial performance, and supporting M&A integration. Applicants for the Head of Controllership & Accounting position at the company should have an active CPA credential and a minimum of 8 years' of progressive accounting and controllership experience. The role demands a professional with a proven track record in leading and developing finance teams, as well as experience in improving finance systems and processes. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of GAAP, internal controls, and compliance, and be adept at managing cash flow, working capital, and financial governance. Experience in M&A, purchase price accounting, and post-acquisition integration is preferred, as is a background in multi-revenue-stream organizations. The role requires excellent communication, project leadership, and change management skills, with the ability to translate financial data into actionable business insights.
Hiring Manager Title
Chief Financial Officer
Functions
- Finance
Vacancy posted 3 days ago
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