AVP, Legal Entity Controller

Position: AVP, Corporate Controller / Legal Entity Controller

Work Location: New Jersey

Corporate Controllers at Jefferies are the gatekeepers of the Firm’s books and records – responsible for coordinating with other controller, operations and other Finance groups to ensure that all activity is properly recorded and reflected in the General Ledger. Our focus is on controls and we work closely with various departments to ensure accuracy and the integrity of the Firm’s financial statements at both the consolidated and legal entity level.

Job Description:

• Obtain, review, and consolidate financial results of assigned legal entities. Liaise with various support groups to ensure accurate SEC-level presentation.
• Act as the controller for multiple legal entities, ensuring adherence to control policies and procedures.
• Manage the monthly intercompany reconciliation process, including posting necessary journal entries.
• Review and substantiate specific general ledger accounts and balances.
• Partner with offshore colleagues to manage and oversee related responsibilities.
• Create, update, and maintain process documentation and procedures, identifying and reducing inefficiencies.
• Oversee the month-end close process, including posting journal entries for various expense accruals.

Skills & Experience:

• 5+ years of relevant experience required
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) 
• Strong accounting and analytical skills, with ability to understand, produce and explain income statement and balance sheet variances
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work effectively with teams across the organization as well as act as an effective liaison with external subsidiaries
• Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills required

Primary Location Full Time Salary Range of $100,000 - $130,000