ABOUT THE ROLEA financial services firm is seeking a Legal Entity Controller to oversee accounting and financial reporting for special purpose acquisition companies (SPACs). The role covers period-end close, financial statement preparation, SEC filing review, and day-to-day entity accounting.
Working closely with finance leadership and cross-functional partners, this individual will assess transactions, maintain accurate accounting records, and support external audits. The position offers exposure to capital markets transactions and changes in legal entity structures.
RESPONSIBILITIES- Oversee accounting and financial reporting for SPAC entities under U.S. GAAP.
- Manage monthly and quarterly close activities and related journal entries.
- Account for investments, financing, intercompany transactions, cash movements, and taxes.
- Prepare and review quarterly financial statements for external reporting.
- Review registration statements, periodic reports, and transaction-related SEC filings.
- Assess accounting implications of transactions and entity structure changes.
- Coordinate with accounting, legal, tax, and treasury stakeholders.
- Process wire payments and invoices supporting entity operations.
- Reconcile balance sheet accounts and evaluate expense accruals.
- Resolve accounting discrepancies and escalate significant issues.
- Respond to external audit requests and provide supporting documentation.
- Support special accounting and finance projects.