Senior Accountant - Financial Controls

A growing financial institution is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant - Financial Controls to support the development and oversight of its U.S. finance and control framework. This position will play an important role in financial reporting, period-end close activities, internal controls, statutory and regulatory reporting, audit support, and the continued development of treasury operations.

Client Details

A global payments and financial services organization expanding its U.S. banking operations

Description

• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes, ensuring accurate and timely completion of accounting activities.

• Prepare management reporting, financial statements, schedules, and related financial analyses.

• Complete balance sheet reconciliations and investigate variances to maintain the accuracy and integrity of financial records.

• Assist with external audits, statutory filings, and regulatory reporting requirements.

• Maintain and strengthen accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls in accordance with U.S. GAAP and applicable regulatory requirements.

• Identify financial reporting or control issues and escalate matters as appropriate.

• Collaborate with Treasury, Operations, Risk, Compliance, and other business functions to enhance reporting, controls, and operational efficiency.

• Help design, document, and implement finance and treasury processes, procedures, and control frameworks for a developing banking organization.

• Participate in finance system implementations, reporting enhancements, process improvements, and automation initiatives.

• Provide finance support for new products, business expansion initiatives, and regulatory readiness activities.

• Contribute to building scalable finance and treasury functions capable of supporting the organization's continued growth.

Profile

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.

• CPA or comparable professional accounting qualification preferred.

• 5+ years of experience in accounting, financial reporting, financial controls, or a related finance function.

• Experience within banking, financial services, or another regulated industry strongly preferred.

• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP, financial reporting principles, reconciliations, and internal control frameworks.

• Experience preparing financial statements and supporting external or internal audits.

• Advanced Excel skills with strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.

• Ability to work effectively across multiple functions and communicate financial information clearly.

• Experience developing, improving, or implementing finance processes and controls within a growing or evolving organization is highly desirable.

Job Offer

• Hybrid work schedule - combination of in-office and remote work in Stamford, CT.

• Competitive base salary.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.

• 401(k) retirement plan.

• Paid time off and company holidays.

• Professional development and career growth opportunities.

• Collaborative environment with exposure to a growing U.S. financial services and banking operation.

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