What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Controller position at Grant Morgan?
Senior Controller
Company:
We have been retained by a cutting-edge, entrepreneurial, emerging film production and media distribution company of classic, foreign and contemporary films who seek a high potential hands-on Senior Controller. This role will be a critical member of the leadership team. The company has gone through impressive, sustained growth over the past 10 years and is well positioned for continued growth and further expansion. The company culture is entrepreneurial, and fun with a team that is passionate about the film industry. The company is based in Midtown New York City.
Position:
The Senior Controller will be responsible for implementing and leading the financial control and accounting operations for the organization that has a high volume of activity. This is a broad role that will oversee all aspects of reporting, analysis, accounting operations, and special projects. Responsibilities include leading the monthly close process financial reporting, managing the annual external audit, AR/AP management, creating and improving reporting processes and cash management. In addition, this person will be involved in budgeting, forecasting, and other financial analysis. This Senior Controller will also lead and mentor a small team.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, CPA strongly preferred
- Minimum 7 years of progressive experience in accounting/finance role. Prior public accounting preferred.
- Experience in the media/music industry preferred. Prior exposure to royalty-based business models and distribution accounting.
- Solid financial aptitude and ability to evaluate existing processes and procedures to establish best practices.
- Strong entrepreneurial spirit with the ability to manage multiple priorities. Enjoy working in a fast-paced, informal, fluid environment with changing priorities
- Exemplary leadership, change management and communication skills. This person will not only be responsible for the management and development of the team but also have significant interaction with the Founders.
Compensation: Excellent compensation program including base salary, annual bonus, and competitive benefit package.
