Controller

We are working with a growing financial services company headquartered in St. Louis to find their next Controller. This key leadership role is newly created to support the firm’s continued growth and IPO plans. We are looking for a CPA who is technical, can lead a team, work comfortably in gray areas, and has the ability to make order out of complexity. The position will report to the CFO and manage a team of 4 in Accounting.ResponsibilitiesAccounting & Close OwnershipOwn and manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process across all entitiesEnsure timely, accurate, and complete financial statements prepared in accordance with GAAPReview and approve journal entries, account reconciliations, and close supportMaintain a disciplined close calendar and enforce deadlinesGAAP, Technical Accounting & JudgmentServe as the primary authority on GAAP, accounting policy, and technical accounting mattersResearch, document, and implement accounting treatment for complex transactions (M&A, equity, intercompany, leases, revenue)Maintain accounting policies, procedures, and documentationAudit, Tax & External RelationshipsLead all external audits, reviews, and examinationsAct as the primary point of contact for external auditors and tax advisorsManage audit planning, PBC requests, issue resolution, and final deliverablesCoordinate with tax advisors to ensure timely and accurate filings (income, sales/use, payroll, etc.)Internal Controls & Risk ManagementDesign, implement, and maintain effective internal controlsIdentify financial and operational risks and implement mitigation strategiesEnsure compliance with internal policies and applicable regulatory requirementsSystems & Process GovernanceOwn the accounting system of record (NetSuite) and related subledgersEnsure system configuration supports GAAP compliance and scalable processesPartner with FP&A and IT on data integrity, integrations, and process improvementsDrive continuous improvement in accounting workflows and efficiencyLeadership & Team DevelopmentLead and develop the accounting team, setting clear expectations and accountabilityProvide coaching, review work product, and support professional growthEstablish clear ownership across accounting roles to avoid duplication and gapsPartnership & CommunicationPartner with the CFO on accounting implications of strategic initiativesCollaborate with FP&A, Commissions, and Operations to ensure clean handoffs and data accuracyClearly communicate accounting outcomes, risks, and issues to leadershipQualificationsBachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related fieldCPA certification requiredMinimum of 7 years of accounting experiencePublic accounting experience strongly preferredStrong knowledge of GAAP, technical accounting and financial regulationsDemonstrated ownership of month-end close and auditNetSuite or comparable ERP experienceExperience with multi-entity and intercompany accountingStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsAdvanced Excel skillsProven ability to lead, review, and develop accounting staffStrong communication, judgment, and organizational skillsAbility to work under pressure and meet tight deadlinesKnowledge of tax compliance and reporting