We are looking for a Revenue Corporate Controller to join our Finance Group. The individual will report to the Chief Accounting Officer and will oversee our revenue accounting, broker payroll, accounts receivable and treasury teams. This position will manage domestic and offshore teams, and will collaborate with international accounting teams, as well as functional partners across the organization. The ideal candidate is a strong collaborator who loves challenging opportunities and thrives in a dynamic environment with strict deadlines.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Key Accountabilities
Oversee the month-end close process as it relates to accounting for revenue and commissions as well as for related costs, with a high focus on the accuracy of financial information and adherence to US GAAP and close timelines
Manage the revenue accounting and broker payroll teams and partner with the related functional partners across the company
Manage the close tool, including holding the various accounting teams accountable for their close timeline
Review and suggest journal entries as needed, including reviewing account reconciliations, intercompany reconciliation, subledger reconciliations, as well as judgement-based reconciliations
Ensure consistent application of revenue and expense recognition across all entities as per US GAAP
Oversee internal collection activities and partner with external collection agencies, as needed
Oversee the cash application team and assist with the resolution of unapplied cash
Oversee the accounting for funds held in trust / escrow bank accounts, including regulatory oversight
Oversee the treasury function, with a focus on cash management, cash forecasting and debt covenant tracking
Review the monthly consolidated income statement and balance sheet analytics
Collaborate with the financial planning and analysis team on the budget, as well as on the month-end close process and related analytics and reporting
Collaborate with revenue-impacting business partners to drive accuracy and completeness of transactions as well as to drive efficiencies and process improvement
Work with the technology team on creating automated reports for the business to assist them in their day-to-day management
Work with the CAO on identifying automation opportunities and on various finance transformation projects
Support the CAO with integrating acquired foreign entities
Create and distribute accurate internal reports to various stakeholders across the organization, as required
Provide excellent customer service by proactively managing escalated issues and bring them to resolution
Maintain a system of effective controls, policies, and procedures over revenue recognition (for the various service lines)
Manage and coach a team with a strong focus on team development
Assist in the preparation of US GAAP financial statements and related disclosures
Collaborate with the internal audit team on establishing and maintaining controls
Coordinate with external auditors regarding the financial audit and group controls testing
Other duties and ad-hoc projects as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience
Bachelor's Degree required, preferably in accounting
Certified Public Accountant (CPA), required
10-15 years of progressive accounting experience, with 6 or more years of supervisory experience
Combination of Big 4 experience and private industry, required
Experience working in a public company, preferred
Prior experience designing, implementing, and documenting policies and procedures in a SOX environment
Experience working in large multinational businesses across multiple geographical entities, preferred
Experience working in a multi-function shared services and/or offshore environment, a plus
Knowledge and Targeted Competencies
Advanced knowledge of US GAAP, with a focus on revenue accounting, required
Strong knowledge of commercial real estate, required
Strong communication and organizational skills as well as impeccable attention to detail
Ability to multi-task and handle several deadlines simultaneously
Strong analytical, problem solving and decision-making skills
Advanced excel skills, required
Experience with Oracle, RMS, Coupa and FloQast, a plus.
Salary: $220,000 - $225,000 anually
The expected base salary for this position ranges from $220,000 to $225,000 annually. The actual base salary will be determined on an individualized basis taking into account a wide range of factors including, but not limited to, relevant skills, experience, education, and, where applicable, licenses or certifications held. In addition to base salary and a competitive benefits package, this position may be eligible for additional types of compensation including discretionary bonuses and other short- and long-term incentives (e.g., deferred cash, equity, etc.).
Note: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.
Newmark is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.