Controller Position Overview:
The Controller will oversee all accounting and financial reporting functions, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency in the company's financial operations.
This role partners closely with senior leadership to provide insights that drive strategic decision-making. The Controller will manage accounting operations, audit processes, compliance, and internal controls, while mentoring and leading the accounting team to support the company's continued growth.
Primary Responsibilities
• Oversee day-to-day accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and treasury functions.
• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting for the Group.
• Prepare annual IFRS compliant financial statements and ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulatory requirements
• Manage external audits and coordinate with auditors, tax advisors, and other consultants for the Group
• Maintain and improve internal controls, accounting policies, and financial procedures to safeguard company assets.
• Partner with FP&A to provide insights that support budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning.
• Provide leadership, coaching, and development for the accounting team, cultivating a culture of accountability and
continuous improvement
• Collaborate with department heads and senior management to track performance metrics and support business growth initiatives
• Communicate, collaborate and support regional accounting teams
Professional/Personal Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in accounting required; CPA preferred
• Minimum of 5+ years as a leader on accounting teams and 10+ years of progressive corporate accounting
experience, ideally within a multi-entity, multi-state environment.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS and experience managing the financial reporting process for a mid-sized organization
• Media, entertainment, or digital content industry experience strongly preferred
• Proven track record of managing audits, compliance, and internal controls
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and partner with executives and
department leaders
• Hands-on leader with the ability to balance tactical execution with strategic vision
Total Compensation: Up to $180,000, plus a targeted annual bonus of 10%. This range is a good faith estimate and may ultimately vary based on a number of relevant factors.
A few of Fortune's perks and benefits:
• 20 vacation days and 2 personal days on top of 11 company holidays and an honor-based sick leave policy
• Health, dental, and vision coverage (90% paid for individuals and families), along with flexible spending accounts
where Fortune contributes to your HSA
• 401(k) plan
• Generous parental leave
• Dependent care, commuter, and cell phone benefits
• Tuition reimbursement program
Location: This role will be based in NYC with 4-5 days/week in the office.
