{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"c9fe07956162770d176899ed","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/c9fe07956162770d176899ed","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/c9fe07956162770d176899ed","title":"Controller","description":"At Larson Financial Holdings, LLC, we are seeking an experienced Controller, CPA to lead the accounting function and own the preparation and integrity of the company's GAAP financial statements within a fast-growing, diversified financial services organization.\r\nWe believe success is built by people who are goal-oriented, lead with a servant heart, and demonstrate a warrior spirit in everything they do. As a key member of our finance leadership team, the Controller will bring energy, initiative, and integrity to their work while supporting both our clients and colleagues through strong financial stewardship and collaboration.\r\nThis role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in an organization committed to helping employees thrive. In return for your leadership and expertise, Larson is dedicated to supporting your growth by providing the resources, mentorship, and opportunities needed to flourish both personally and professionally. We're confident you'll find this opportunity both challenging and rewarding.\r\nResponsibilities As Controller, you'll partner and cultivate relationships with our leadership team to identify and manage various technical accounting and financial reporting opportunities\r\nYou will evaluate, analyze and issue US GAAP and/or IFRS accounting, as well as SEC reporting position papers for publicly traded and private companies, including private companies seeking public registration\r\nYou'll develop strategies to solve complex business problems using new ways of thinking, and devise solutions to support your clients' needs through using the latest tools and methods\r\nYou will also be a mentor and provide performance development to teams as you oversee the successful completion of project work plans\r\nYou promote a positive team culture that fosters open communication among all engagement team members\r\nYou create development opportunities for others, including participating in the creation and rollout of technical accounting training, and ways for your team to improve our clients and communities\r\nImplementation of accounting pronouncement transitions (e.g. lease accounting, revenue recognition, CECL etc.), reconciliation and restatements\r\nPublic company readiness efforts and SEC reporting requirements\r\nEvaluating, summarizing, organizing, and interpreting data\r\nEstablishing and cultivating business relationships and a professional network, including with senior executives\r\nAccounting & Close Ownership Own and manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process across all entities\r\nEnsure timely, accurate, and complete financial statements prepared in accordance with GAAP\r\nReview and approve journal entries, account reconciliations, and close support\r\nMaintain a disciplined close calendar and enforce deadlines\r\nGAAP, Technical Accounting & Judgment Serve as the primary authority on GAAP, accounting policy, and technical accounting 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processes\r\nPartner with FP&A and IT on data integrity, integrations, and process improvements\r\nDrive continuous improvement in accounting workflows and efficiency\r\nLeadership & Team Development Lead and develop the accounting team, setting clear expectations and accountability\r\nProvide coaching, review work product, and support professional growth\r\nEstablish clear ownership across accounting roles to avoid duplication and gaps\r\nPartnership & Communication Partner with the CFO on accounting implications of strategic initiatives\r\nCollaborate with FP&A, Commissions, and Operations to ensure clean handoffs and data accuracy\r\nClearly communicate accounting outcomes, risks, and issues to leadership\r\nRequirements Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field\r\nCPA certification required\r\nMinimum of 7 years of accounting experience\r\nPublic accounting experience strongly preferred\r\nStrong knowledge of GAAP, technical accounting and financial 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