Financial Controller

Job Title:- Shared Services Controller – Financial ControlLocation:- New York, NY 10020 HybridJob Description Requirements:10+ years of accounting experienceActive CPA license preferredS. or M.S. in AccountingFinancial services industry experienceKey ResponsibilitiesFinancial Reporting & Close ManagementLead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes across ShareCo entity.Manage team of 2 directs who support ShareCo month-end close.Oversee preparation and complete review of monthly internal financial reporting in accordance with U.S. GAAP and corporate reporting requirements.Ensure accurate recording of transactions, accruals, waterfall allocations and recharges, intercompany balances, and ad-hoc adjustments.Perform financial analysis and variance reviews to identify key business drivers and emerging risks.Coordinate reporting submissions to senior management, corporate headquarters, regulators, and other stakeholders.Shared Services & Finance OperationsProvide centralized accounting and reporting support across multiple entities and functions.Partner with other Legal Entity Controllers within Financial Control to continually monitor waterfall allocations and recharges, ad-hoc inter-affiliate agreements, and intercompany cash settlements.Oversee intercompany accounting, cost allocations, expense governance, and balance sheet substantiation.Partner with AP, FP&A, Tax, Product Control, and other business units to resolve accounting and operational issues.Establish standardized processes and service levels to support internal stakeholders.Drive continuous improvement in service quality, responsiveness, and operational efficiency.Process Improvement & TransformationLead finance transformation initiatives aimed at automation, efficiency, standardization, and scalability.Partner with Finance IT and business teams on system enhancements, ERP initiatives, and reporting tool implementations.Streamline manual processes and strengthen end-to-end process ownership.Develop and implement sustainable solutions that enhance data integrity and reduce operational risk.Support strategic initiatives affecting finance infrastructure, reporting architecture, and organizational change.Skills: Key Skills/QualificationsCore CompetenciesAbility to learn quickly and adapt to changing business, regulatory, and operational environmentsStrong attention to detail and commitment to accuracyAbility to translate complex accounting, control, and system-related matters into clear business insights and recommendationsStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsAbility to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality results under tight deadlinesStrong verbal and written communication skillsProven ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders across Finance, Tax, IT, Operations, and senior managementStrong risk management, control, and audit mindsetTechnical ExpertiseExtensive knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting requirementsIntercompany accounting, recharge methodologies, and consolidation conceptsCost allocation methodologies and transfer pricing principlesBalance sheet substantiation, account reconciliations, and financial analysisInternal controls, SOX compliance, and audit supportFinancial systems expertise, including SAP, OneStream, Hyperion, and Microsoft ExcelAccounting Knowledge (including but not limited to)ASC 360 – Property, Plant, and EquipmentASC 606 – Revenue from Contracts with CustomersASC 842 – LeasesASC 850 – Related Party DisclosuresPrepaid Expenses and Deferred Cost AccountingIntercompany Recharge and Cost Allocation AccountingFixed Asset Accounting, Depreciation, and Amortization