Controller, Finance & Banking, Financial Manager

Vaco Financial specializes in the permanent placement of accounting and finance professionals of all levels and industries. We have a team of experienced accounting professionals on staff that makes it their responsibility to educate you on the market, present you with job opportunities to explore, and ensure that the right decision is made regarding your future career. We pride ourselves in providing you with a professional and confidential search.

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We are currently assisting a large, private company in Richmond with its search for a VP/Controller
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The position will report to the CFO, manage an accounting team, and work closely with executive leadership.

The Controller is responsible for recording and reporting financial information in accordance with industry standards, regulatory requirements and corporate policies. This role manages responsibility for all financial and fiscal management aspects of company operations and provides leadership and coordination in the administrative, business planning, accounting and budgeting efforts.

• Own and lead the month‑end and year‑end financial close process for multiple entities
• Work closely with the CFO, COO, and CEO to align strategic initiatives with financial goals.
• Lead and oversee all financial reporting, and month end/year end close processes in accordance with applicable accounting standards (GAAP).
• Monitor cash flow and ensure adequate liquidity to support operations
• Lead the annual budgeting process and update rolling forecasts
• Establish, maintain, and improve internal controls, financial policies, and procedures to safeguard assets and ensure regulatory and tax compliance.
• Develop cash flow models and scenario planning tools to support decision‑making
• Oversee tax planning and compliance (corporate, payroll, indirect taxes), coordinating with external advisors and auditors as needed.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the finance and accounting team, including hiring, performance management, and succession planning.
• Coordinate and manage external audits and any lender or investor reporting requirements.

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or related field, CPA preferred
• 7+ years of progressive experience in accounting and finance, including leadership of a finance function (e.g., controller, VP finance, or similar)
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, accounting standards, financial reporting, budgeting, and internal controls.
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling

Our client offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, vision, dental, and retirement savings plan.

Please send a pdf or MS Word version of your resume to chip.vanschaften at vaco for review and consideration.