VP, Financial Reporting

Summary: 

This role requires a weekly on-site presence at our Galleria Office based in Atlanta, GA. The position is primarily responsible for setting the strategic vision for financial reporting, accounting policy, and regulatory compliance. The VP, Financial Reporting will serve as a trusted advisor to the CFO and senior leadership, driving transparency, accuracy, and integrity across all reporting functions.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Oversees the strategic direction and review of all external financial reporting, ensuring timeliness, accuracy, and alignment with lender and regulatory expectations.
• Presents key financial updates and insights to the Audit Committee and Board of Directors.
• Provides oversight and governance for complex, judgment-based accounting areas, ensuring alignment with company objectives and applicable accounting frameworks.
• Champions a strong internal control environment across financial reporting processes; partners with internal audit and compliance to maintain a robust control structure.
• Leads the Company’s financial reporting control framework, supporting accountability, risk mitigation, and continuous improvement.
• Builds and mentors a high-performing team; develops succession strategies, fosters leadership capabilities, and cultivates a high-trust, high-responsibility culture.
• Serves as lead on emerging accounting standards; engages proactively with senior leadership and external auditors to ensure accurate implementation and alignment.
• Reviews quarterly tax provision for accuracy.
• Develops, implements, and communicates new policies and processes to comply with newly issued accounting standards and supports design and implementation of related internal controls.
• Provides accounting guidance for proposed transactions to ensure conformity with GAAP, company policies, and private company reporting requirements.

Education and Experience:

• 12 years of progressive experience in public accounting and/or senior financial reporting roles within a complex organization
• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting required; Master of Accountancy preferred
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation
• Demonstrated experience partnering with C-suite leaders and presenting to Boards, Audit Committees, or lender stakeholders
• Proven ability to lead organizational change and drive continuous improvement across financial reporting and control functions

Required Skills:

• Expert-level knowledge of financial reporting, corporate governance, and regulatory compliance in a private company environment
• Strong understanding of US GAAP, consolidation, and financial and management reporting
• Strong accounting, finance, and business acumen
• Proven ability to communicate complex financial matters clearly and credibly to executive and non-financial stakeholders
• Results-driven, with a strong sense of ownership and accountability
• Excellent project management and organizational skills