Head of Controllership & Accounting

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Head of Controllership & Accounting based in United States. This leadership role provides strategic and operational ownership of accounting, controllership, and financial reporting functions within a growing organization. You’ll oversee the close process, GAAP-compliant reporting, cash flow, working capital, internal controls, audit readiness, and finance systems. The position combines technical accounting expertise with business partnership, process improvement, and team leadership. You’ll help build scalable financial processes, strengthen data quality, and deliver reporting that supports executive and Board-level decision-making. The role also offers exposure to M&A integration, purchase price accounting, and finance technology modernization. Reporting to the CFO, you’ll work cross-functionally to improve financial performance, operational efficiency, and long-term scalability.

Own monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes, ensuring timely, accurate, and GAAP-compliant financial statements. Maintain general ledger integrity, account reconciliations, revenue recognition, accruals, and accounting policies. Deliver financial reporting, analysis, and business insights to management and the Board. Manage cash flow forecasting, liquidity planning, accounts receivable, collections, accounts payable, and working capital performance. Support banking relationships, lender reporting, and debt covenant compliance. Oversee accounting and reporting across multiple revenue streams, including tournaments, sponsorships, registrations, licensing, media, and related activities. Strengthen internal controls, financial governance, accounting policies, and standard operating procedures. Coordinate annual audits and tax compliance activities, including sales and use tax requirements. Lead purchase price accounting activities related to acquisitions and coordinate with external auditors on related entries. Serve as the business owner for Sage Intacct, overseeing configuration, reporting, integrations, and scalability. Optimize expense management, corporate card controls, accounts payable automation, and spending visibility through finance technology. Lead annual budgeting and monthly forecasting, including variance analysis and identification of key business drivers. Develop KPI dashboards, operational reporting, and profitability reporting for business units and programs. Partner with business leaders on financial performance, pricing, margin improvement, and investment decisions. Lead finance system upgrades, module implementations, process redesign, and automation initiatives that improve efficiency and data quality. Establish performance objectives, accountability measures, and a culture of continuous improvement across the accounting and finance function. Lead and develop accounting and finance team members while supporting a collaborative, high-performance environment. Requirements: Active Certified Public Accountant (CPA) credential. 8+ years of progressive accounting and controllership experience, including ownership of financial close and GAAP-compliant financial reporting. Demonstrated audit leadership experience and strong knowledge of internal controls, compliance, and financial governance. Experience managing cash flow, liquidity, working capital, accounts payable, and accounts receivable. Proven ability to lead, coach, and develop accounting and finance professionals. Hands-on experience improving finance systems and processes, including Sage Intacct or a comparable ERP. Ability to translate financial and operational data into clear reporting, analysis, and actionable recommendations for business leaders. Strong cross-functional communication, project leadership, and change-management capabilities. Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage competing priorities while maintaining accuracy, timeliness, and accountability. Experience with mergers and acquisitions, purchase price accounting, and post-acquisition integration is preferred. Experience in sports, youth programming, events, SaaS, or another multi-revenue-stream environment is a plus. Familiarity with Ramp or comparable expense management and accounts payable automation platforms is beneficial. Experience developing scalable management and Board-level dashboards is preferred. Financial planning, analysis, and modeling experience is a plus. Ability to work full-time, Monday through Friday, with occasional evenings and weekends based on business needs. Ability to travel up to 5% as required. Benefits: Full-time salaried position with eligibility for an annual discretionary bonus. Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with no waiting period. Life and disability insurance. 401(k) retirement plan with company matching. Paid parental leave. Unlimited PTO and additional time-off programs. Monthly health and wellness reimbursement of up to $65. Work-from-home reimbursement for remote employees. Company-provided laptop and monitor. Up to $350 reimbursement toward a personal-use laptop, tablet, or computer. Casual dress environment. Employee Ownership Program for eligible employees. Professional development opportunities. Employee referral program. Emergency financial assistance program. Health Savings Account with company contribution. Voluntary supplemental accident, critical illness, and hospital insurance. Employee discounts. Financial wellness resources. Additional voluntary benefits. Remote work arrangement. Accommodation support available for qualified applicants who require assistance during the application process. Candidates must be currently authorized to work full-time in the United States.

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