Financial Controller

MUST:

• 7+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience, including meaningful experience in a controller, accounting manager, or similar leadership role

• 5 years in accounting a bank

• 2 years of recent controller/head of finance/accounting manager for that bank

• Has led people or a small team previously

• Experience closing books in a short time frame

• Knowledge of digital assets (i.e. crypto, etc). Working knowledge of financial services, particularly in exchange trading, crypto and banking

• Strong understanding of Regulatory reporting

• Experience implementing new systems (i.e. GL system implementation), data lakes, automation

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related

• Strong knowledge of accounting closes, general ledger management, accounts payable, payroll, and financial reporting

• Experience overseeing daily cash management and liquidity in a regulated financial services or banking environment

• Experience preparing or overseeing regulatory reporting, board reporting, and external audit support

• Demonstrated experience improving finance processes and controls, including participating in or leading a new general ledger / ERP implementation

• Proficiency in using AI to automate tasks and reporting, with a strong willingness to learn and build new skills

• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP, internal controls, and reporting requirements for a growing regulated business.

PLUS:

• CPA or equivalent

DAY TO DAY:

A growing financial technology organization operating within regulated capital markets is seeking an experienced Financial Controller to oversee its accounting and finance functions. This position plays a key role in maintaining financial integrity, supporting operational growth, and ensuring compliance with industry requirements. The successful candidate will lead core financial processes, enhance reporting capabilities, and help build scalable infrastructure to support a dynamic business environment. This role reports directly to senior finance leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Direct the month-end and year-end close cycles, ensuring financial information is complete, accurate, and delivered on schedule.
• Oversee accounting operations, including ledger maintenance, reconciliations, payables processing, and supporting financial records.
• Administer payroll activities and coordinate employee-related administrative processes with internal stakeholders and third-party providers.
• Manage daily cash activity, liquidity monitoring, and short-term funding requirements to maintain operational efficiency.
• Produce and review financial reports for executive management, governing bodies, and regulatory agencies.
• Maintain the accuracy and reliability of financial systems and records while contributing to system upgrades and accounting platform implementations.
• Serve as the primary contact for external auditors, compliance reviews, and financial statement preparation activities.
• Establish, refine, and document accounting procedures, governance frameworks, and internal control structures.
• Collaborate with leadership on financial planning initiatives, including budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow analysis.
• Support banking relationships and finance operations within regulated financial market environments.
• Prepare recurring cash position analyses and liquidity reporting for management review.