Financial Controller

The Controller leads the accounting function for the Management Services Organization (MSO) at the group/holdco level, owning the integrity of financial records, the monthly close, and consolidated financial reporting across the platform and its affiliated legal entities. This hands-on leader is responsible for accounting operations, internal controls, technical accounting, and compliance, and for building scalable processes and systems that support a growing multi-entity organization. The Controller partners closely with finance, operations, and advisors to ensure accurate, timely, and reliable financial information.

Responsibilities

Own the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, delivering accurate and timely financial statements for the MSO and its affiliated entities; Lead consolidation and intercompany accounting across a multi-entity structure, including eliminations and entity-level reporting; Maintain the general ledger, chart of accounts, and accounting policies in accordance with US GAAP; Oversee core accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll accounting, fixed assets, and cash reconciliations; Design, implement, and maintain internal controls to safeguard assets and ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial data; Manage the annual audit and any reviews, serving as the primary point of contact for external auditors and preparing required schedules and support; Oversee compliance with tax, regulatory, and statutory filing requirements in coordination with external tax advisors; Research and document technical accounting matters and ensure appropriate treatment and disclosure; Support integration of acquired firms, including onboarding to accounting systems, aligning policies, and standardizing the chart of accounts; Partner with FP&A/finance to reconcile actuals to budget and forecast and to support management and investor reporting; Evaluate, implement, and optimize accounting systems and tools to improve efficiency, scalability, and data quality.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; Strong knowledge of US GAAP and experience owning the full-cycle close and financial statement preparation; Experience with multi-entity accounting and consolidations, including intercompany transactions; Experience managing external audits and working with auditors and tax advisors; Strong understanding of internal controls and process design; Proficiency with accounting/ERP systems and advanced Excel skills; High attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

Benefits

Healthcare benefits: Premium plan with 100% employee cover and 50% dependent cover; Vacation: 20 days + 11 Federal holidays + 1 day of Birthday leave; 401k: Matching contribution up to 2% of salary; Equity: Options in Lawhive LTD