Controller at Creative Financial Staffing
New York, NY
About the Job
North American Controller -Entertainment Industry
Our client, who is the #1 leader in their field, is looking to add a North American Controller to their steadily growing organization!
About the Company working as a Controller:
- PE owned Entertainment group that has been in business for 30+ years
- Considered one of the biggest entertainment groups in the world operating close to 50 venues, bringing in $600+ million annually in box office sales
- They have been a part of numerous Tony awards
- Grew from one of the smallest groups 5 years ago, to being considered a top 5 entertainment group today
- Operating on a hybrid schedule in Midtown Manhattan, offer great benefits including free shows!
Responsibilities of the Controller:
- Oversee the month-end closing process for the North American operations, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with accounting policies and procedures.
- Play a critical role in the selection and implementation of a new ERP within the next 1-2years
- Collaborate with the external CPA/tax firm on planning, compliance, and reporting matters specific to the North American operations.
- Provide necessary financial data and documentation for tax filings, ensuring accuracy and adherence to tax regulations.
- Supervise and provide guidance to two direct reports who manage teams of 4-6 individuals each within the North American division.
Qualifications of the Controller:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. A CPA designation is highly preferred.
- Proven experience (7-10+ years) in financial accounting, month-end close, and external audit processes.
- Proficiency in financial software systems and advanced knowledge of MS Excel.
- ERP Implementation experience a major plus (Navision OR Microsoft Dynamics)