Controller/Deputy CFO - Phaxis LLC

• Managing payroll tasks such as ADP Workforce Now Time & Attendance, onboarding new employees, conducting payroll audits, and overseeing payroll tax reporting and reconciliations.
• Ensuring all accounting reports and financials, including FOCUS filings, are completed accurately and on time.
• Conducting monthly reconciliations and bookkeeping, preparing wire requests, and overseeing travel & entertainment expenses.
• Ensuring regulatory compliance with net capital requirements.
• Developing and maintaining accounting policies, processes, and systems to ensure optimal controls.
• Supervising the monthly close of company books, general ledger, and financial reporting.
• Preparing weekly and monthly financial health reports for management, including revenue/expense summaries and financial recommendations.
• Creating projections, rolling revenue calculations, and Pro-Formas.
• Handling treasury functions for the firm and its affiliates.
• Coordinating audits and continuously improving accounting policies to support key business areas and internal controls.
• Collaborating with upper management to identify and resolve financial issues and suggest procedural changes.
• Managing accounts payable/receivable and expense allocations.
• Assisting with new and existing banking relationships and administration.
• Gathering data for tax filings and supporting the annual audit.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree required; CPA preferred.
• Series 27 a plus, but not required (willingness to take the test is essential).
• Microsoft Dynamics GP experience a plus.
• Prior accounting experience in a broker-dealer, clearing firm, or financial services industry preferred.
• Proficiency with QuickBooks or equivalent accounting platforms and advanced Excel skills required.
• Prior payroll experience preferred.

Knowledge and Skills

• Minimum of 6+ years of accounting experience.
• Experience as a broker-dealer FINOP professional is an advantage.
• Preference for experience with ADP Workforce Now.
• Understanding of financial reporting systems, procedures, and controls.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and prioritization abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and adapt to changes effectively.
• Strong analytical, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Basic knowledge of internal controls.
• Effective communication and interaction skills with all management levels, with a collaborative and team-oriented approach.