Controller

Position Overview:

A dynamic and growth-oriented organization is seeking a highly skilled Controller to lead its financial operations. This role is ideal for professionals with a background in public accounting or top-tier consulting firms who are looking to transition into a strategic leadership position. The Controller will be responsible for overseeing financial performance, regulatory compliance, and driving operational excellence across the finance function.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting processes to ensure accuracy and strategic alignment.
• Manage month-end and year-end close processes, including allocation methodologies and general accounting activities.
• Prepare and analyze monthly financial reports, highlighting budget vs. actual performance and presenting insights to senior leadership.
• Develop and maintain quarterly budget models and annual forecasts, including variance analysis.
• Support internal and external audit processes, ensuring timely and accurate responses to audit requests.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations and reporting standards, including Form PF and AIFMD.
• Conduct investor capital roll forward analytics and support performance reporting.
• Collaborate with internal departments and third-party administrators to streamline reporting and data integrity.
• Maintain confidentiality and integrity of sensitive financial data.

Knowledge, Skills and Attributes:

• Experience with YARDI or similar financial systems preferred.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial modeling.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal communication skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and analytical thinking.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required; CPA or MBA preferred.
• Minimum of five years of progressive experience in accounting and financial operations.
• Background in public accounting or experience with Big 4/top-tier consulting firms strongly preferred

 

Cordia by Cherry Bekaert is a leading national recruiting and staffing firm that is part of the Advisory services of Cherry Bekaert. Headquartered in the Washington, DC area, we focus on building strong relationships with employers and job seekers, like you, because we care about opening new doors to career opportunities and helping our clients grow. We offer Direct Hire and Temporary staffing solutions (with 'best-in-class' Consultant Care programs), multi-project opportunities, health and retirement benefits, participation in company events, and more.
 

 

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