VP Corporate Controller

Our client, a premier New York convention and entertainment venue, is seeking an experienced Corporate Controller/Treasurer to lead their finance operations! In this pivotal role, you'll direct all accounting activities—from day-to-day operations to annual audits—while ensuring financial accuracy, regulatory compliance, and timely reporting. You'll be essential in strengthening internal controls and enhancing financial systems to drive organizational success.

• Lead a Finance Team of 20 professionals across multiple functional areas
• Act as primary contact with NYS Treasury and banking institutions
• Prepare and present monthly/annual financial statements, budget analyses, and forecasts
• Direct the audited Annual Financial Report, including MD&A, footnotes, and supporting schedules
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and GASB standards, implementing new accounting pronouncements as required
• Develop monthly cash forecasts and manage the outsourced internal audit function
• Oversee external audit processes from planning through completion; guide Assistant Controller during audit procedures
• Coordinate Board Audit Committee meetings, including auditor presentations and internal audit findings
• Drive monthly close processes and champion best practice enhancements
• Safeguard general ledger accuracy and maximize Net Suite/Hyperion system capabilities for optimal financial performance
• Approve vendor disbursements, customer refunds, and monitor capital spending
• Champion the internal control environment; conduct testing, documentation, and coordinate NYS Comptroller compliance certifications
• Partner with IT teams and external service providers to ensure data accuracy and system reliability
• Establish event/project allocation methods and revenue recognition protocols
• Monitor fixed assets, depreciation schedules, and intangible asset reporting
• Deliver management reports and accounting guidance for non-event revenue agreements
• Coach and develop finance team members

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting required;
  Master's degree a plus
• Active CPA license with audit background
• 10-15 years of progressive experience leading accounting teams in a Controller capacity preferred
• Treasury management expertise including cash operations, investments, and banking relationships
• Comprehensive understanding of GAAP and GASB standards, with demonstrated experience preparing audited financials with MD&A and footnotes
• Proficiency with COSO Internal Control Framework and Audit Committee presentations
• Expert-level skills in Oracle Net Suite, Hyperion, and Microsoft Excel
• Outstanding communication abilities, including translating complex financial information for various stakeholders
• Track record of building, inspiring, and developing high-performing finance teams
• Strategic mindset with meticulous attention to detail and ability to juggle competing priorities